The Scientific Names We Use to Identify Organisms Are in the Form

question 10

Multiple Choice

The scientific names we use to identify organisms are in the form of:

• A)Greek
• B)polynomials
• C)nicknames
• D)binomials

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Definitions:

Behavioral Trait

A characteristic way of behaving that is often significant to the survival or reproductive success of an organism.

Proximate Explanations

Explanations in biology that address the immediate cause or mechanism of a behavior or trait, as opposed to its evolutionary or historical origin.

Ultimate Explanations

Explanations interested in understanding the evolutionary reasons or adaptive significance behind behaviors or traits.

Adaptive Value

The extent to which a trait or characteristic improves an organism's chances of survival and reproduction in its environment.