Nomenclature Flashcards
1
Q
What are species names based on?
A
Appearance The resemblance to another plant The resemblance to something else Behavior or properties Use Geography Habitat Discoverer Other people
2
Q
What are some disadvantages of common names?
A
Many species don’t have one
Different languages use different names
Change over time
Many species have many common names
3
Q
How are scientific names characterized?
A
Binomial: have a genus and specific epithet
