In binomial nomenclature, the 'type specimen' collected during the original discovery of a species is called the: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In binomial nomenclature, the 'type specimen' collected during the original discovery of a species is called the:
A. Paratype
B. Isotype
C. Holotype
D. Syntype
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
The holotype is the single physical specimen designated by the original author when the species is first formally described. It serves as the ultimate reference point for that species name. An isotype is a duplicate of the holotype, syntypes are multiple specimens cited when no holotype was designated, and paratypes are additional specimens cited in the original description.

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