Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology (MindTap Course List)
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Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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To determine: The scientific name of the “death cap” mushroom.

Introduction: Carolus Linnaeus, in mid-18th century, developed a binomial system of nomenclature. In binomial system, each species is assigned with a unique name consisting of two parts. The first part designates the genus and the second part designates specific epithet.

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