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Nomenclature is governed by certain universal rules. Which one of the following is contrary to the rules of nomenclature?
A
The first word in a biological name represents the genus name and the second is a specific epithet.
B
The names are written in Latin and are Italicised.
C
When written by hand, the names are to be underlined.
D
Biological names can be written in any language.
Explanation
Scientific names must be Latinised.
Detailed Solution
Binomial nomenclature, introduced by Carolus Linnaeus, gives a name with two components. Biological names must be in Latin and printed in italics; they are not written in any language.