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Nomenclature Features Details A. Latin origin 1. Used in the genus name B. Capital letter 2. Used in the specific epithet C. Small letter 3. Used to denote Latin origin in printed names D. Example name 4. Example of Mangifera indica
Options
- AA - 3, B - 1, C - 4, D - 2
- BA - 1, B - 2, C - 3, D - 4
- CA - 3, B - 1, C - 2, D - 4
- DA - 1, B - 3, C - 2, D - 4
Correct answer
C. A - 3, B - 1, C - 2, D - 4
Step-by-step solution
Latin origin is denoted in printed names. The genus name starts with a capital letter, while the specific epithet starts with a small letter. Mangifera indica is an example name.