Understanding the Scientific Naming System

Understanding the Scientific Naming System

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Science

10th - 12th Grade

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The video explains the concept of scientific names, which consist of two Latin words representing the genus and species of an organism. This naming system helps avoid confusion caused by common names. Examples include the house cat (Phelus domesticus) and the blue jay (Cyanocida cristata). The video also discusses how species are groups of similar organisms that can reproduce, using the white pine tree (Pinus strobus) as an example.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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