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The Living World: Abbreviation MCQ

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AbbreviationHardQuestion 9352

Question

After writing the full generic name once, it may be abbreviated in later use if:

  1. A
    There is no ambiguity about the organism being referred to
    Correct
  2. B
    The specific epithet is removed
  3. C
    The family name is unknown
  4. D
    The name is handwritten in capitals

Correct answer

There is no ambiguity about the organism being referred to

Explanation

Scientific writing often abbreviates the genus after first mention when the identity remains clear.

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