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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question
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According to the ICBN (plant nomenclature), are tautonyms valid?
Options
A Yes, they are always valid
B No, they are not valid
Correct Answer
C Only for cultivated plants
D Only for fossils
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to the International Code of Nomenclature for algae, fungi, and plants (ICBN), tautonyms are not valid. For example, Mangifera mangifera would not be allowed.

Hint

The rules are different for animals and plants in this regard.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: Classification and Evolution of living things
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
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