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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question
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For which group of organisms are tautonyms valid (e.g., *Rattus rattus*)?
Options
A Plants
B Fungi
C Animals
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D Bacteria
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Tautonyms are valid for animal nomenclature under the ICZN (International Code of Zoological Nomenclature), such as Rattus rattus (rat) or Naja naja (cobra).

Hint

The rules differ between the botanical and zoological codes.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: Classification and Evolution of living things
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1012 of 2556
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