Question

using the linnaean system, each species is given a two - part scientific name. what is the first part of the name called that is defined as a group of species that share a unique set of inherited characteristics?
a) class
b) order
c) family
d) genus
e) species

Explanation:

In the Linnaean System of binomial nomenclature, the two - part scientific name consists of the genus and the species. The genus is a group of species that share a unique set of inherited characteristics. A class (a) is a higher taxonomic rank than genus, consisting of multiple orders. An order (b) is also a higher rank, consisting of multiple families. A family (c) is a rank above genus but below order. The species (e) is the second part of the binomial name, not the first part which represents a group of related species.

Answer:

d) Genus