JAMB Biology 2025 Objective — Question 24
Question 24 of 40 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2025 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.
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Binomial nomenclature assigns each species a scientific name consisting of
- A. Order and genus
- B. Family and genus
- C. Genus and speciesCorrect
- D. Kingdom and phylum
Explanation
Binomial nomenclature is the system of naming species by two terms: the genus name and the species name. This system, developed by Carl Linnaeus, is used worldwide to ensure consistency and clarity in identifying organisms.
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