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What is the binomial system of nomenclature​

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Binomial nomenclature is the formal naming system for living things that all scientists use. It gives every species a two-part scientific name. For example, a ladybug found in the United States goes by the fancy name of Harmonia axyridis.

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definition of binomial nomenclature

a system of nomenclature in which each species of animal or plant receive a name of two terms of which the first identifies the genus to which it belongs in the second of the species itself

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