Nomenclature is governed by certain universal rules.
Which one of the following is contrary to the rules of nomenclature?
Biological names can be written in any language
The first word in a biological name represents the genus name, and the second is a specific epithet
The names are written in Latin and are italicised
When written by hand, the names are to be underlined
Nomenclature -
Science of providing distinct and proper names to an organism.
- wherein
There is a need to standardize the naming of an organism, so that it is known by same name across the world.
Option 1)
Biological names can be written in any language
Option is correct
Option 2)
The first word in a biological name represents the genus name, and the second is a specific epithet
Option is incorrect
Option 3)
The names are written in Latin and are italicised
Option is incorrect
Option 4)
When written by hand, the names are to be underlined
Option is incorrect