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BIO 101 Classification and Evolution of living things Objective Question
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The specific epithet can provide hints about the plant. What does the name *Erythrina senegalensis* likely indicate?
Options
A A horizontal growth habit
B Its large size
C Its origin from Senegal
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D Its red flowers
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The specific epithet 'senegalensis' likely indicates the origin of the plant, in this case, Senegal.

Hint

Many species names ending in '-ensis' refer to a place.

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Course: BIO 101
Topic: Classification and Evolution of living things
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1067 of 2556
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