Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Concept and uses of classification systems

Concept and uses of classification systems — practice question

In the binomial naming system, the Arctic fox is named $\text{Vulpes lagopus}$. Which row is correct?

  • A$\text{Vulpes}$ = genus, $\text{lagopus}$ = kingdom
  • B$\text{Vulpes}$ = genus, $\text{lagopus}$ = species
  • C$\text{Vulpes}$ = species, $\text{lagopus}$ = genus
  • D$\text{Vulpes}$ = species, $\text{lagopus}$ = kingdom

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