Linnaeus began naming organisms that were alike using Latin names.He gave each organism two names;for example,the pigmy rattlesnake is called Sistrurus miliarius by scientists.What type of naming system is this and what group does "miliarius" designate?
A)Binomial nomenclature;genus.
B)Binomial nomenclature;species.
C)Polynomial nomenclature;genus.
D)Polynomial nomenclature;species.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Linnaeus' naming system is called binomial nomenclature, where each organism is given two names: the genus name (first name) and the species name (second name). "Miliarius" designates the species name.

Linnaeus Began Naming Organisms That Were Alike Using Latin Names