Correct option is A
The correct answer is (A) C. Linnaeus.
Explanation:
The term "Homo sapiens" was given by Carl Linnaeus, a Swedish botanist, zoologist, and taxonomist. He introduced this scientific name for modern humans in his work "Systema Naturae" (1735) using the binomial nomenclature system.
Information Booster:
- Homo sapiens means "wise man" in Latin.
- Linnaeus is known as the "Father of Taxonomy" for developing the binomial classification system, which is still used today.
- He classified living organisms based on genus and species, providing a systematic way to name species.
Additional Information:
- Miller – Likely referring to Stanley Miller, known for the Miller-Urey experiment on the origin of life,.
- Darwin – Proposed the theory of evolution by natural selection.
- G. J. Mendel – Known as the "Father of Genetics" for his work on inheritance patterns in pea plants.
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