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Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about binomial nomenclature?

  1. A
    Each scientific name has two components
  2. B
    The species name is written first, followed by the genus
  3. C
    It was introduced by Carolus Linnaeus
  4. D
    Scientific names are usually in Latin

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According to the rules of nomenclature, the Generic name (Genus) is always written first, and the Specific epithet (Species) follows it.[Image showing example of binomial nomenclature like Panthera leo]

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Which of the following statements is INCORRECT about binomial nomenclature?
A
Each scientific name has two components
B
The species name is written first, followed by the genus
C
It was introduced by Carolus Linnaeus
D
Scientific names are usually in Latin

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