Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Concept and uses of classification systems

Concept and uses of classification systems — practice question

In the binomial naming system for organisms, the lion is called $\text{Panthera leo}$. Which statement is correct?

  • AThe lion belongs to the kingdom $\text{Panthera}$.
  • BThe lion belongs to the genus $\text{Panthera}$.
  • CThe lion belongs to the species $\text{Panthera}$.
  • DThe lion belongs to the genus $\text{leo}$.

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