Question

Why is binomial nomenclature important?

Answer 1

Binomial nomenclature is important because:

• The binomials are simple, meaningful and precise.
• They are standard since they do not change from place to place.
• These names avoid confusion and uncertainty created by local or vernacular names. The organisms are known by the same name throughout the world.
• The binomials are easy to understand and remember.
• It indicates phylogeny (evolutionary history) of organisms.
• It helps to understand inter-relationship between organisms.