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Which is the correct format to write (or type) a scientific name / specific epithet? Homo Sapiens homo sapiens homo sapiens Homo sapiens homo sapiens

Which is the correct format to write (or type) a scientific name / specific epithet? Homo Sapiens homo sapiens homo sapiens Homo sapiens homo sapiens

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
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**Question:** Which is the correct format to write (or type) a scientific name / specific epithet? 1. \( \bigcirc \) Homo Sapiens 2. \( \bigcirc \) homo sapiens 3. \( \bigcirc \) *homo sapiens* 4. \( \bigcirc \) **Homo sapiens** 5. \( \bigcirc \) *homo sapiens* The correct format is highlighted in the response: **Homo sapiens**. ### Explanation: In scientific naming, the correct format for writing a scientific name, comprising the genus and specific epithet, follows these rules: - The genus name is always capitalized. - The specific epithet is always in lowercase. - Both the genus and specific epithet should be italicized if typed or underlined if handwritten. For example: - **Correct:** *Homo sapiens* - **Incorrect:** Homo Sapiens (capitalization issue), homo sapiens (capitalization and styling issue) This convention ensures clarity and standardization in scientific communication.
Transcribed Image Text:**Question:** Which is the correct format to write (or type) a scientific name / specific epithet? 1. \( \bigcirc \) Homo Sapiens 2. \( \bigcirc \) homo sapiens 3. \( \bigcirc \) *homo sapiens* 4. \( \bigcirc \) **Homo sapiens** 5. \( \bigcirc \) *homo sapiens* The correct format is highlighted in the response: **Homo sapiens**. ### Explanation: In scientific naming, the correct format for writing a scientific name, comprising the genus and specific epithet, follows these rules: - The genus name is always capitalized. - The specific epithet is always in lowercase. - Both the genus and specific epithet should be italicized if typed or underlined if handwritten. For example: - **Correct:** *Homo sapiens* - **Incorrect:** Homo Sapiens (capitalization issue), homo sapiens (capitalization and styling issue) This convention ensures clarity and standardization in scientific communication.
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