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Why are scientific names written in italics when printed?

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Correct answer: To indicate their Latin origin

Correct answer: B, to indicate their Latinised form or origin. In binomial nomenclature, every organism is given a two-part scientific name: the genus name followed by the specific epithet. When such a name is printed, both words are conventionally written in italics so that the scientific name is easily distinguished from the surrounding text. The rule is a standard writing convention, not decoration and not a personal choice of the publisher. A is wrong because italics are not used merely for beauty. C is wrong because the formatting does not honour Linnaeus. D is wrong because the convention is not optional in scientific writing. When handwritten, the name is usually underlined instead of italicised. Memory cue: printed scientific name = italics; handwritten scientific name = underline.

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Binomial NomenclatureScientific NamesItalicsTaxonomyTaxonomy Binomial NomenclatureThe Living WorldBiology

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