Diversity In Living Organisms
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Fungus and algae both are placed under the same division “Thallophyta”.What is the reason that both share the same group?
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Both are autotrophic
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Both are saprophytic
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Plant body in both is not differentiated into root, stem and leaves
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Both have false roots
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Explore the classification and characteristics of living organisms in the 'Diversity In Living Organisms' quiz. Assess your understanding of biological taxonomy, including the structure of mosses, properties of fungi and algae, and features of various animal systems. Perfect for students enhancing their biology knowledge.
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The alongside is given the figure of funaria – a moss plant. Here the parts indicated by the letters A, B, C and D represent which of the following structures?
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Choose the option that best describes the characteristics of the kingdom to which the mushroom belongs:
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Unicellular prokaryotic organisms
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Saprophytic, eukaryotic, multicellular organisms
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Unicellular eukaryotic organisms
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Autotrophic eukaryotic organisms
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A. Unicellular eukaryotic organismsExplanation
The correct answer is unicellular eukaryotic organisms. This means that the kingdom to which the mushroom belongs consists of single-celled organisms that have a nucleus and other membrane-bound organelles. The term "unicellular" refers to the fact that these organisms are made up of a single cell, while "eukaryotic" indicates that their cells have a nucleus. This distinguishes them from prokaryotic organisms, which lack a nucleus. The term "autotrophic" refers to organisms that can produce their own food, which is not applicable to mushrooms.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic used to classify organisms?
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Mode of nutrition
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Body symmetry
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Habitat preference
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Cellular structure
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A. Habitat preferenceExplanation
While habitat preference can influence an organism's traits, it's not a primary factor in scientific classification. Mode of nutrition (how an organism obtains food), body symmetry (arrangement of body parts), and cellular structure (prokaryotic or eukaryotic) are fundamental characteristics used to categorize organisms into different groups.Rate this question:
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Which of the following animals possesses a water vascular system?
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I
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II
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III
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IV
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A. IExplanation
Animal I possesses a water vascular system.Rate this question:
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Among the following choose the correct option that best describes the characteristics of Spirogyra.
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Multicellular, autotrophic, root like rhizoids.
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Cytoplasmic strands, autotrophic, presence of rhizome.
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Presence of male cones, non-vascular, filaments.
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Filamentous, presence of Cytoplasmic strands, presence of pyrenoids.
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A. Filamentous, presence of Cytoplasmic strands, presence of pyrenoids.Explanation
The correct answer describes Spirogyra as filamentous, meaning it forms long, thread-like structures. It also mentions the presence of cytoplasmic strands, which are characteristic of Spirogyra and help in the movement of cytoplasm within the cell. Additionally, it states the presence of pyrenoids, which are organelles involved in the storage of starch in Spirogyra cells. These characteristics accurately describe Spirogyra and differentiate it from the other options provided.Rate this question:
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Angiospermae are a division of kingdom Plantae. The main characteristic feature of angiosperms is:
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Seeds are naked in fruits
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Seeds are covered with coats and are in fruits
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Fruits are without seeds
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Seeds are naked without fruits
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A. Seeds are covered with coats and are in fruitsExplanation
Angiosperms, or flowering plants, have seeds that are covered with coats and are found within fruits. This is a distinguishing feature of angiosperms, as opposed to gymnosperms, which have naked seeds. The fruit acts as a protective covering for the seed and aids in dispersal. This adaptation allows angiosperms to have a wider range of habitats and increases their chances of successful reproduction.Rate this question:
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Paramecium has tiny hair like projections all around the outside of their cell that give the paramecium locomotion and help the food to move in its oral cavity.Can you choose the correct name for these locomotory organelles?
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Villi
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Cilia
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Oral groove
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Cytopyge
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A. CiliaExplanation
Cilia are tiny hair-like projections found on the surface of a paramecium's cell. These cilia beat in coordinated waves, allowing the paramecium to move through its environment. They also help to create a current that sweeps food particles into the paramecium's oral cavity, where they can be ingested and digested. Therefore, cilia are the correct name for these locomotory organelles.Rate this question:
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The International Code of Biological Nomenclature provides the scientific nomenclature for every organism that consists of the genus name and the species name of the organism. Can you guess who introduced this system of binomial nomenclature of the organisms?
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Carolus Linnaeus
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Robert Hooke
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Robert Whittaker
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Ernst Haeckel
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A. Carolus LinnaeusExplanation
Carolus Linnaeus introduced the system of binomial nomenclature for organisms. This system, also known as the Linnaean system, assigns a unique two-part name to each organism, consisting of the genus name and the species name. Linnaeus is considered the father of modern taxonomy and his work laid the foundation for the International Code of Biological Nomenclature, which provides the rules and guidelines for naming organisms in a standardized and universally accepted manner.Rate this question:
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Which among the following is a common feature of chrodates?
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Presence of notochord
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Presence of triploblastic condition
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Presence of coelom
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Presence of gill pouches
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A. Presence of notochordExplanation
The correct answer is the presence of notochord. The notochord is a flexible rod-like structure that provides support and acts as a precursor to the backbone in chordates. It is found in all chordates at some stage of their development, although it may be replaced by the vertebral column in vertebrates. The presence of a notochord is a defining characteristic of chordates and distinguishes them from other animal phyla.Rate this question:
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Which of the following have an open circulatory system?(i) Arthropoda (ii) Mollusca(iii) Annelida (iv) Cnidaria
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(i) and (ii)
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(i) and (iii)
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(ii) and (iv)
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(ii) and (iii)
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A. (i) and (ii)Explanation
Arthropoda and Mollusca have an open circulatory system. An open circulatory system is a type of circulatory system in which the blood or hemolymph is not enclosed in blood vessels and directly bathes the organs and tissues. Arthropods, such as insects and crustaceans, have a tubular heart that pumps hemolymph into the body cavity, where it comes into direct contact with organs and tissues. Mollusks, such as snails and clams, also have an open circulatory system where the heart pumps hemolymph into the body cavity, bathing the organs and tissues. Annelida and Cnidaria, on the other hand, have a closed circulatory system where the blood is enclosed in blood vessels.Rate this question:
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Here alongside are shown the pictures of some reptiles. Among the following can you opt out the statement that does not Match of the characteristics of this family?
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Process of fertilization is internal in these organisms.
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Their eggs have a hard covering or shell.
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Their skin is dry and keratinised.
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They have three chambered heart.
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A. They have three chambered heart.Explanation
The correct answer is "They have three chambered heart." Reptiles actually have a four-chambered heart, which is a characteristic that distinguishes them from amphibians. Reptiles have a more advanced circulatory system compared to amphibians, allowing for better separation of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood.Rate this question:
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Four students P, Q, R and S were asked to do the labeling for the parts A, B, C, D and E of hydra shown in the figure alongside. They all submitted their answers as given below. Which of the four students done the labeling correctly?
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Student P: A- Tentacle; B- Gastrodermis; C- Bud; D- Mouth; E- Young hydra.
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Student Q: A- Tentacle; B- Mouth; C- Gastrodermis; D- Young hydra; E- Bud.
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Student R: A- Young hydra; B- Mouth; C- Tentacle; D- Bud; E- Gastrodermis.
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Student S: A- Tentacle; B- Mouth; C- Young hydra; D- Bud; E- Gastrodermis.
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A. Student S: A- Tentacle; B- Mouth; C- Young hydra; D- Bud; E- Gastrodermis.Explanation
Student S has labeled the parts correctly. In a hydra, A refers to tentacles, B refers to the mouth, C refers to the young hydra, D refers to the bud, and E refers to the gastrodermis. Student S has correctly identified each part according to its function and location in the hydra.Rate this question:
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Which adaptation of the frog differentiates it from the fish?
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Ability to live in water also
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Lays eggs in water
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Have a streamlined body
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Presence of mucous glands in the skin
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A. Ability to live in water alsoExplanation
The ability to live in water is the adaptation that differentiates the frog from the fish. While both frogs and fish are aquatic creatures, frogs have the unique ability to also live on land. This adaptation allows frogs to survive in a variety of habitats, including both aquatic and terrestrial environments. Fish, on the other hand, are strictly aquatic and cannot survive out of water. Therefore, the ability to live in water also is a distinguishing characteristic of frogs.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statement is incorrect?
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Aves are warm blooded, egg laying and have four four-chambered heart.
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Aves have a feather covered body, forelimbs are modified as wing and breathe through lungs.
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Most of the mammals are viviparous.
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Fishes, amphibians and reptiles are oviparous.
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A. Fishes, amphibians and reptiles are oviparous.Explanation
The statement "fishes, amphibians and reptiles are oviparous" is incorrect. While it is true that many fishes, amphibians, and reptiles are oviparous (lay eggs), there are exceptions to this rule. Some species of fishes, such as certain species of sharks and rays, give birth to live young. Similarly, some amphibians and reptiles, such as certain species of frogs and snakes, also give birth to live young instead of laying eggs. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that all fishes, amphibians, and reptiles are oviparous.Rate this question:
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