binomial nomenclature

Who is the “Father of Taxonomy” who developed binomial nomenclature?

Carolus Linnaeus (1701–1778)

What is the order of taxonomic classification from broadest to most specific?

Domain → Kingdom → Phylum → Class → Order → Family → Genus → Species

What is binomial nomenclature?

A two-name scientific naming system for organisms using genus and species.

What is the rule for writing the genus name?

Always capitalized.

What is the rule for writing the species name?

Always lowercase.

How should genus and species names be formatted?

Italicized (typed) or underlined (handwritten).

Can the genus be abbreviated? If so, how?

Yes, the genus can be abbreviated to its first letter followed by a period (e.g., E. coli).

Why is binomial nomenclature important?

Provides a universal, standardized naming system to avoid confusion with common names.

Give the full and abbreviated name for Staphylococcus aureus.

Full: Staphylococcus aureus | Abbreviated: S. aureus

Give the full and abbreviated name for Escherichia coli.

Full: Escherichia coli | Abbreviated: E. coli

Give the full and abbreviated name for Giardia intestinalis.

Full: Giardia intestinalis | Abbreviated: G. intestinalis