Before you begin, you should be familiar with the Biological classification. If you need to brush up then these sites will help:
You will be required to use the given web resources to:
- extract background information on Scientific naming and devise a procedure for writing Scientific names
- differentiate between common and Scientific names using the current conventions of naming including the pronunciation of Scientific names
- explain why you think the use of Scientific names is important or not important
- work in a group of 3 students and write a paper expressing your views on the current convention and whether you would like this to be changed.
Remember, like all other works of Science, this will demand evidence to support your viewpoint. Make good use of the resources provided and get your thinking caps on!