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

  1. A
    It provides rules for naming plant species.
  2. B
    It governs the naming of animal species.
  3. C
    It is no longer in use.
  4. D
    It allows the same name to be used for different species.

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The ICZN ensures that every animal species has a unique and universally accepted scientific name, preventing the confusion that would arise if the same name were applied to different organisms.

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Which of the following is correct about the International Code of Zoological Nomenclature (ICZN)?
A
It provides rules for naming plant species.
B
It governs the naming of animal species.
C
It is no longer in use.
D
It allows the same name to be used for different species.

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