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ICSE · Class 11 · Biology

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The term 'biology' was coined by which scientists in 1802?

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Which of the following is the MOST UNIVERSAL defining property of living organisms?

3

Binomial nomenclature was introduced by Linnaeus in his book:

4

The smallest unit of classification is:

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In binomial nomenclature, the generic name (genus) always begins with:

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A capital letter

The generic name (genus) begins with a capital letter (e.g., Homo). The specific epithet begins with a lowercase letter (e.g., sapiens).

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The scientific name of the housefly is:

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Musca domestica

The scientific name of housefly is Musca domestica. Periplaneta americana is the cockroach, Apis mellifera is honey bee, Bombyx mori is silkworm.

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The scientific name of mango is:

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Mangifera indica

Mangifera indica is mango. Azadirachta indica is neem. Triticum aestivum is wheat. Pisum sativum is pea.

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The Three-Domain system of classification was proposed by:

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Carl Woese

Carl Woese and associates proposed the Three-Domain system in 1978 based on 16S rRNA nucleotide sequences.

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What are the important topics in The Living World for ICSE Class 11 Biology?
Key topics in The Living World include Nature of Living Organisms, Classification, Taxonomy and Systematics, Concept of Species, Binomial Nomenclature. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 11 exams.
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There are 103 questions on The Living World. Try the 4-question sample quiz on this page first; each answer shows an explanation when you tap it.

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