While discussing pathogens that attacked gymnosperms, Dr. Smith used the name white fir to describe the tree illustrated here. Although the tree was familiar in appearance, several scientists, especially those from other countries, were not sure what tree Dr. Smith was referring to. To best convey the exact name of an organism to others in your field you should

A) Translate the common name, white fir, into Latin.
B) Use the scientific name as designated by taxonomists.
C) As a group, decide on an alternative that everyone understands.
D) Translate the name into the language used by most scientists involved.