Error 1: Confusing "Who coined taxonomy" with "Who established binomial nomenclature"
| Wrong Answer | Correct Answer | Why Students Get It Wrong |
|---|---|---|
| "Linnaeus coined the term taxonomy" | A.P. de Candolle coined "taxonomy"; Linnaeus established binomial nomenclature | Linnaeus is far more famous; students attribute everything to him |
Memory Fix: "de Candolle coined taxonomy; Linnaeus named organisms." Two different contributions.