Biology, asked by rishidakshin, 10 months ago

What two parts make up the scientific name of an organism?

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Answered by richagrowel
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Answer:

The binomial nomenclature system combines two names into one to give all species unique scientific names. The first part of a scientific name is called the genus. The second part of a species name is the specific epithet. Species are also organized into higher levels of classification.

Answered by priya67885
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Solution:

Genus and species name are the two parts that make up the scientific name of an organism.

Explanation:

  • The scientific name follows some set of rules.  
  • It uses a 2-name system which is called a Binomial naming system.
  • This name describes the genus and species of the organism.
  • The first word describes the genus name and the second word specifies the species name.
  • For example, the scientific name of a human is Homo sapiens.
  • In which, Homo is the genus name while sapiens is the species name.

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