Which of the following are ways in which scientific names are derived? Select all that apply.
A)Scientific names can be descriptive.
B)Scientific names are often based on an organism's common name.
C)Scientific names can include geographic descriptions.
D)Scientific names can be derived from the name of a person.
E)Scientific names can be based on mythical characters.

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Scientific names can be descriptive, include geographic descriptions, be derived from a person's name, or be based on mythical characters. They are not typically based on an organism's common name.

Which of the Following Are Ways in Which Scientific Names