Question
Botany Question on Nomenclature and taxonomy
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: According to binomial nomenclature rules, Rosa indicum, Solanum indicus and Euonymus indica are the valid scientific names.
Statement II: As Rosa, Solanum and Euonymus represent neuter, masculine and feminine genitive forms respectively, the specific epithets used are appropriate.
In the light of the above Statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
C
Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Answer
Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is(B): Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect