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ZOOLOGY

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Which characteristic is unique to birds among vertebrates?

Birds are the only vertebrates that possess feathers, which help in flight and insulation. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

Which of the following is correct?

Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium remains stable only when no evolutionary forces are acting on a population. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Evolution, Topic: Theories, Hardy-Weinberg principle and evidences.

Which of the following statements about selectable markers is correct?

Selectable markers, such as antibiotic resistance genes, allow researchers to identify and isolate transformed lls. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

What is the role of cry genes in Bt crops?

The cry genes encode for proteins toxic to insect pests, providing resistance. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

What is the function of surfactant in the alveoli?

Surfactant is a lipoprotein that reduces surface tension in the alveoli, preventing their collapse during exhalation. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

Which of the following is an example of a diploblastic animal?

Hydra, a cnidarian, is diploblastic, meaning its body develops from two germ layers: ectoderm and endoderm. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Animal Kingdom, Topic: Basis of classification and salient features of phyla.

Which of the following is incorrect regarding molecular diagnostics?

Molecular diagnostics does not rely solely on visual inspection; it uses techniques like PCR and hybridization to detect genetic materials. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

Which animal is considered a direct ancestor of modern-day amphibians?

Lobefin fishes are considered direct ancestors of modern-day amphibians due to their limb-like fins. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

Which tissue covers the surface of the ovary?

The ovary is covered by the germinal epithelium, which is derived from mesothelium. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Structural Organisation in Animals and Frog, Topic: Tissues, skeletal and organ systems.

Which structure in the kidney is involved in maintaining blood pressure?

The JGA releases renin, which helps regulate blood pressure by activating the renin-angiotensin mechanism. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

Which of the following is incorrect about plasma?

Plasma is a **viscous** fluid due to dissolved proteins and other solutes. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Biology - Zoology portion covering relevant system and function.

Which contraceptive method primarily works by preventing sperm from reaching the ovum?

Barrier methods, such as condoms, physically block sperm from entering the female reproductive tract and reaching the ovum. This follows from NCERT principle where the relation explains the outcome clearly for students in simple steps.

Ref: NCERT Biology Textbook for Class XI and XII (Zoology section), Chapter: Human Reproduction and Reproductive Health, Topic: Gametogenesis, menstrual cycle and reproductive strategies.