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Which of the following is correct about the International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN)?

  1. A
    It governs the naming of animal species.
  2. B
    It applies only to fungi.
  3. C
    It provides rules for naming plant species.
  4. D
    It is no longer in use.

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The ICZN is a system of rules and recommendations established to provide maximum universality and continuity in the scientific names of animals. Similar codes exist for plants/fungi (ICN) and bacteria (ICNB).

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Which of the following is correct about the International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN)?
A
It governs the naming of animal species.
B
It applies only to fungi.
C
It provides rules for naming plant species.
D
It is no longer in use.

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