Question

using the linnaean system, each species is given a two - part scientific name. what is the first part of the name called that is defined as a group of species that share a unique set of inherited characteristics?
a) class
b) order
c) family
d) genus
e) species

Explanation:

In the Linnaean system, the two - part scientific name is genus and species. The genus is a group of species sharing a unique set of inherited characteristics and is the first part of the scientific name.

Answer:

d) Genus