Binomial Nomenclature. The present system of binomial nomenclature identifies each species by a scientific name of two words, Latin in form and usually derived from Greek or Latin roots.The first name (capitalized) is the genus of the organism, the second (not capitalized) is its species.inomial Nomenclature. The present system of binomial nomenclature identifies each species by a scientific name of two words, Latin in form and usually derived from Greek or Latin roots.
Here are refrigerator thawing times for various size turkeys: An 8 to 12 pound turkey takes 1 to 2 days to thaw in the refrigerator. A 12 to 16 pound turkey takes 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator.A 16 to 20 pound turkey takes 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator. Pieces of a turkey, such as a half or quarter will take 1 to 2 days thawing time in the refrigerator. To thaw a turkey in cold water, check the wrapping to make sure there are no tears.Then, place the bird in its unopened bag in the sink or in a large container and cover it with cold water.ieces of a turkey, such as a half or quarter will take 1 to 2 days thawing time in the refrigerator. To thaw a turkey in cold water, check the wrapping to make sure there are no tears. Then, place the bird in its unopened bag in the sink or in a large container and cover it with cold water.
[ Top of Page ]. Refrigerator Thawing. When thawing a turkey in the refrigerator: 1  Plan ahead: allow approximately 24 hours for each 4 to 5 pounds in a refrigerator set at 40 Â°F or below. 2  Place the turkey in a container to prevent the juices from dripping on other foods.llow about 30 minutes per pound. First be sure the turkey is in a leak-proof plastic bag to prevent cross-contamination and to prevent the turkey from absorbing water, resulting in a watery product. Submerge the wrapped turkey in cold tap water. Change the water every 30 minutes until the turkey is thawed.