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ZOOLOGY

This category collects zoology questions covering the study of animals: their structure, function, classification, behaviour and life processes. Use it to review topics one at a time or to test how well you recall the material before an exam. Each question comes with an answer so you can check your reasoning as you go.

45 questions

Which event is essential for successful implantation of the blastocyst?

A receptive endometrium with adequate thickness and vascularization is crucial for blastocyst implantation. 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 primary function of the intervertebral discs?

Intervertebral discs act as shock absorbers and prevent friction between adjacent vertebrae. 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 fossil discovery in South Africa was significant in understanding the transition from aquatic to terrestrial life?

Coelacanth, a lobe-finned fish found in South Africa, provided insights into the evolution of amphibians from aquatic ancestors. 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 ATP is incorrect?

ATP stores energy in its high-energy phosphate bonds, not peptide bonds. 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 feature is found in Aschelminthes but absent in Platyhelminthes?

Aschelminthes (roundworms) have a complete digestive system, unlike Platyhelminthes, which have an incomplete digestive tract. 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 part of the frog's nervous system directly controls reflex actions?

The spinal cord controls reflex actions in frogs, bypassing the brain for quick responses. 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 molecule acts as a template in reverse transcription?

mRNA acts as a template in reverse transcription to produce complementary DNA (cDNA). 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: Principles of Inheritance, Molecular Basis of Inheritance and Biotechnology, Topic: Genetics, DNA techniques and applications.

Which of the following techniques is used to introduce recombinant DNA into plant lls?

Biolistics (gene gun method) is commonly used to introduce recombinant DNA into plant 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: Principles of Inheritance, Molecular Basis of Inheritance and Biotechnology, Topic: Genetics, DNA techniques and applications.

Which structure in frogs helps in maintaining buoyancy in water?

Frogs use their lungs to trap air, helping in buoyancy while swimming. 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 movement occurs when the angle between two bones increases?

Extension increases the angle between two bones, such as straightening the elbow or knee. 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 of the following statements about the frog’s excretory system is correct?

Frogs have a pair of kidneys that filter nitrogenous waste, and they excrete urea as their primary waste product. 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.