Quiz for:
Understanding Taxonomy and Species Naming

Question 1

What is a genus name example from the notes?

Question 2

Why are type specimens not chosen for typicality?

Question 3

What purpose does a type specimen serve in taxonomy?

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT true about plant family names?

Question 5

What is the correct naming format for taxa above the genus level?

Question 6

What is the significance of a species described with an illustration and specimen number?

Question 7

What suffix is typically used for animal family names?

Question 8

How are informal adjectives derived from taxon names typically written?

Question 9

Which specimen was borrowed from the Museum of Vertebrate Zoology for Ototylomys chiophensis?

Question 10

What are species names comprised of in binomial nomenclature?

Question 11

What is an example of a species name using binomial nomenclature from the notes?

Question 12

In binomial nomenclature, which part of the name is typically abbreviated after first reference?

Question 13

When naming a new species, why might a scientist consult a type specimen?

Question 14

What is the significance of author and date in scientific naming?

Question 15

What is the key characteristic of genus names in scientific literature?