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1. Which of the following character is absent in all chordates?
A. Diaphragm
B. Coelom
C. Pharyngeal gill clefts
D. Dorsal nerve cord
Answer : A
A. Diaphragm
B. Coelom
C. Pharyngeal gill clefts
D. Dorsal nerve cord
Answer : A
2. Which of the following traits is not shared by both sea anemones and jellyfish ?
A. A medusa as the dominant stage in the life cycle.
B. Possession of a gastro vascular cavity.
C. Sexual reproduction.
D. Nematocysts present on the tentacles.
Answer : A
A. A medusa as the dominant stage in the life cycle.
B. Possession of a gastro vascular cavity.
C. Sexual reproduction.
D. Nematocysts present on the tentacles.
Answer : A
3. Read the following statements and answer the question.
(i) They are exclusively marine, radially symmetrical, diploblastic organisms with tissue level of organisation.
(ii) Body bears eight external rows of ciliated comb plates, which help in locomotion.
(iii) Digestion is both extracellular and intracellular.
(iv) Reproduction takes place only by sexual means.
Which of the following phylum is being described by above statements?
A. Platyhelminthes
B. Arthropoda
C. Mollusca
D. Ctenophora
Answer : D
(i) They are exclusively marine, radially symmetrical, diploblastic organisms with tissue level of organisation.
(ii) Body bears eight external rows of ciliated comb plates, which help in locomotion.
(iii) Digestion is both extracellular and intracellular.
(iv) Reproduction takes place only by sexual means.
Which of the following phylum is being described by above statements?
A. Platyhelminthes
B. Arthropoda
C. Mollusca
D. Ctenophora
Answer : D
4. Which of the following statement is incorrect?
A. Platyhelminthes has incomplete digestive system.
B. In coelenterates, the arrangement of cells is more complex.
C. Nereis is monoecious but earthworms and leeches are dioecious.
D. Simple and compound eyes are present in the animals of those phylum whose over two-thirds of all named species on earth are arthropods.
Answer : C
A. Platyhelminthes has incomplete digestive system.
B. In coelenterates, the arrangement of cells is more complex.
C. Nereis is monoecious but earthworms and leeches are dioecious.
D. Simple and compound eyes are present in the animals of those phylum whose over two-thirds of all named species on earth are arthropods.
Answer : C
5. Which of the following feature is not correct regarding the figure given below?
A. It is an aquatic form.
B. Circulatory system is of open type.
C. It possesses parapodia for swimming.
D. Neural system consists of paired ganglia connected by lateral nerves to a double ventral nerve cord.
Answer : B
A. It is an aquatic form.
B. Circulatory system is of open type.
C. It possesses parapodia for swimming.
D. Neural system consists of paired ganglia connected by lateral nerves to a double ventral nerve cord.
Answer : B
6. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct for class amphibia?
(i) Body is divisible into head and trunk.
(ii) Respiration is through gills only.
(iii) The heart is two chambered i.e. one auricle and one ventricle.
(iv) Fertilization is internal.
A. Only (i)
B. Only (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : A
(i) Body is divisible into head and trunk.
(ii) Respiration is through gills only.
(iii) The heart is two chambered i.e. one auricle and one ventricle.
(iv) Fertilization is internal.
A. Only (i)
B. Only (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : A
7. Refer the following statement and answer the question. 'Name of X is derived from stinging capsules. It exhibits metagenesis containing two body forms in which sessile and cylindrical form is called Y and umbrella shaped and free swimming is called Z. Identify X, Y, and Z.
A. X - Coelenterate, Y - Polyp, Z - Medusa
B. X - Cnidarian, Y - Medusa, Z - Polyp
C. X - Ctenophora, Y - Radula, Z - Hypostome
D. X - Porifera, Y - Osculum, Z - Radula
Answer : A
A. X - Coelenterate, Y - Polyp, Z - Medusa
B. X - Cnidarian, Y - Medusa, Z - Polyp
C. X - Ctenophora, Y - Radula, Z - Hypostome
D. X - Porifera, Y - Osculum, Z - Radula
Answer : A
8. Meandrina (brain coral) belongs to phylum
A. porifera
B. coelenterata
C. ctenophora
D. platyhelminthes
Answer : B
A. porifera
B. coelenterata
C. ctenophora
D. platyhelminthes
Answer : B
9. Which of the following is a connecting link between invertebrates and non-invertebrates?
A. Sphenodon
B. Balanoglossus
C. Tadpole larva
D. Crocodile
Answer : B
A. Sphenodon
B. Balanoglossus
C. Tadpole larva
D. Crocodile
Answer : B
10. Match the features given in column I with their examples given in column II and choose the correct match from the option given below.
A. A - e, B - b, C - d, D - c, E - a
B. A - c, B - a, C - d, D - b, E - e
C. A - b, B - a, C - c, D - e, E - d
D. A - c, B - b, C - d, D - a, E - e
Answer : B
| Column-I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| (Features) | (Examples) |
| A. Pseudocoelomates | a. Hydra, Adamsia |
| B. Diploblastic | b. Ctenoplana, Aurelia |
| C. Cellular level of | c. Ascaris, Wuchereria organization |
| D. Radial symmetry | d. Sycon, Spongilla |
| E. Metamerism | e. Pheretima, Neries |
A. A - e, B - b, C - d, D - c, E - a
B. A - c, B - a, C - d, D - b, E - e
C. A - b, B - a, C - c, D - e, E - d
D. A - c, B - b, C - d, D - a, E - e
Answer : B
11. Which of the following pairs of animals comprises jawless fishes?
A. Mackerals and rohu
B. Lampreys and hag fishes
C. Guppies and hag fishes
D. Lampreys and eels
Answer : B
A. Mackerals and rohu
B. Lampreys and hag fishes
C. Guppies and hag fishes
D. Lampreys and eels
Answer : B
12. Which of the following phylum is being described by the given statements?
(i) These are primitive multicellular animals and have cellular level of organization.
(ii) Digestion is intracellular.
(iii) They have a water transport or canal system.
(iv) They reproduce asexually by fragmentation and sexually by formation of gametes.
A. Porifera
B. Ctenophora
C. Coelenterata
D. Platyhelminthes
Answer : A
(i) These are primitive multicellular animals and have cellular level of organization.
(ii) Digestion is intracellular.
(iii) They have a water transport or canal system.
(iv) They reproduce asexually by fragmentation and sexually by formation of gametes.
A. Porifera
B. Ctenophora
C. Coelenterata
D. Platyhelminthes
Answer : A
13. Which of the following sets of animals give birth to young ones?
A. Platypus, Penguin, Bat, Hippopotamus.
B. Shrew, Bat, Cat, Kiwi.
C. Kangaroo, Hedgehog, Dolphin, Loris.
D. Lion, Bat, Whale, Ostrich.
Answer : C
A. Platypus, Penguin, Bat, Hippopotamus.
B. Shrew, Bat, Cat, Kiwi.
C. Kangaroo, Hedgehog, Dolphin, Loris.
D. Lion, Bat, Whale, Ostrich.
Answer : C
14. Which of the following statements (i – v) are incorrect ?
A. (i) only
B. (iii) only
C. (i) and (iii)
D. (iii) and (iv)
Answer : A
- Circulatory system in arthropods is of closed type.
- Parapodia in annelids helps in swimming.
- Phylum mollusca is the second largest animal phylum.
- Aschelminthes are dioecious.
A. (i) only
B. (iii) only
C. (i) and (iii)
D. (iii) and (iv)
Answer : A
15. Identify the correct characteristic feature shown by the given figure?
A. Diploblastic in nature.
B. Having radial symmetrical body.
C. Dioecious with direct development.
D. Presence of sensory tentacles on anterior head region.
Answer : D
A. Diploblastic in nature.
B. Having radial symmetrical body.
C. Dioecious with direct development.
D. Presence of sensory tentacles on anterior head region.
Answer : D
16. Which of the following statements (i v) are incorrect?
(i) Parapodia are lateral appendages in arthropods usd for swimming.
(ii) Radula in molluscs are structures involved in excretion.
(iii) Aschelminthes are dioecious.
(iv) Echinoderm adults show radial symmetry.
(v) Ctenophorans are diploblastic.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (i) and (iii)
C. (i), (iv) and (v)
D. (iii) and (v)
Answer : A
(i) Parapodia are lateral appendages in arthropods usd for swimming.
(ii) Radula in molluscs are structures involved in excretion.
(iii) Aschelminthes are dioecious.
(iv) Echinoderm adults show radial symmetry.
(v) Ctenophorans are diploblastic.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (i) and (iii)
C. (i), (iv) and (v)
D. (iii) and (v)
Answer : A
17. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding phylum coelenterata?
(i) They are aquatic, mostly marine, sessile or freeswimming, radially symmetrical animals.
(ii) They have a central gastro-vascular cavity with a single opening called hypostome.
(iii) Digestion is extracellular and intracellular.
(iv) Examples are Sycon, Spongilla and Euspongia.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (i) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : C
(i) They are aquatic, mostly marine, sessile or freeswimming, radially symmetrical animals.
(ii) They have a central gastro-vascular cavity with a single opening called hypostome.
(iii) Digestion is extracellular and intracellular.
(iv) Examples are Sycon, Spongilla and Euspongia.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (i) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : C
18. Match the types of animals given in column I with their examples given in column II and choose the correct option.
A. A II; B V; C IV; D I; E III
B. A V; B II; C IV; D I; E III
C. A V; B II; C I; D IV; E III
D. A V; B IV; C II; D I; E III
Answer : B
| Column -I | Column -II |
|---|---|
| (Types of animals) | (Examples) |
| A. Limbless reptiles | I. Elephant |
| B. Jawless vertebrates | II. Lamprey |
| C. Flightless bird | III. Ichthyophis |
| D. Largest | IV. Ostrich terrestrial animal |
| E. Limbless amphibia | V. Cobra |
A. A II; B V; C IV; D I; E III
B. A V; B II; C IV; D I; E III
C. A V; B II; C I; D IV; E III
D. A V; B IV; C II; D I; E III
Answer : B
19. Which of the following is a living fossil?
A. Balanoglossus
B. Echinus
C. Ancylostoma
D. Limulus
Answer : D
A. Balanoglossus
B. Echinus
C. Ancylostoma
D. Limulus
Answer : D
20. Which of the following possesses electric organs and belongs to class chondrichthyes?
A. Torpedo
B. Petromyzon
C. Trygon
D. Exocoetus
Answer : A
A. Torpedo
B. Petromyzon
C. Trygon
D. Exocoetus
Answer : A
21. Which of the following statements (i - v) are correct ?
(i) The pelvic fins of female sharks bear claspers.
(ii) In Obelia, polyps produce medusae sexually and medusae form the polyps asexually.
(iii) Flame cells in platyhelminthes help in osmoregulation and excretion.
(iv) In non-chordates, central nervous system is ventral, solid and double.
(v) Pinnae are present in mammals.
A. (ii), (iv) and (v)
B. (i), (iii) and (v)
C. (iii), (iv) and (v)
D. (i), (ii) and (iii)
Answer : C
(i) The pelvic fins of female sharks bear claspers.
(ii) In Obelia, polyps produce medusae sexually and medusae form the polyps asexually.
(iii) Flame cells in platyhelminthes help in osmoregulation and excretion.
(iv) In non-chordates, central nervous system is ventral, solid and double.
(v) Pinnae are present in mammals.
A. (ii), (iv) and (v)
B. (i), (iii) and (v)
C. (iii), (iv) and (v)
D. (i), (ii) and (iii)
Answer : C
22. Which of the following animal's body is covered by calcareous shell and unsegmented with a distinct head, muscular foot, and visceral hump?
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Answer : C
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Answer : C
23. Match the characteristic feature/terms given in column I with the phylum to which they belongs given in column II and choose the correct option.
A. A II; B I; C IV; D V; E III
B. A II; B IV; C I; D V; E III
C. A V; B I; C III; D II; E IV
D. A III; B IV; C I; D V; E II
Answer : D
| Column-I | Column-II |
|---|---|
| (Characteristic feature/term) | (Phylum) |
| A. Choanocytes | I. Platyhelminthes |
| B. Cnidoblasts | II. Ctenophora |
| C. Flame cells | III. Porifera |
| D. Nephridia | IV. Coelenterata |
| E. Comb plates | V. Annelida |
A. A II; B I; C IV; D V; E III
B. A II; B IV; C I; D V; E III
C. A V; B I; C III; D II; E IV
D. A III; B IV; C I; D V; E II
Answer : D
24. Which of the following is not the common fundamental feature for animal classification?
A. Germinal layers.
B. Pathway of water transport.
C. Pattern of organization of cells.
D. Serial repetition of the segments.
Answer : B
A. Germinal layers.
B. Pathway of water transport.
C. Pattern of organization of cells.
D. Serial repetition of the segments.
Answer : B
25. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding class aves?
(i) The forelimbs are modified into wings and the hindlimbs generally have scales and are modified for walking, swimming or clasping the tree branches.
(ii) Heart is completely four-chambered.
(iii) They are warm- blooded (homoiothermous) animals i.e., they are able to maintain a constant body temperature.
(iv) They are oviparous and development is direct.
A. Both (i) and (iii)
B. Both (i) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : D
(i) The forelimbs are modified into wings and the hindlimbs generally have scales and are modified for walking, swimming or clasping the tree branches.
(ii) Heart is completely four-chambered.
(iii) They are warm- blooded (homoiothermous) animals i.e., they are able to maintain a constant body temperature.
(iv) They are oviparous and development is direct.
A. Both (i) and (iii)
B. Both (i) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : D
26. Which of the following class is being correctly described by given statements (i - iv)?
(i) All living members of this class are ectoparasites on some fishes.
(ii) They have a sucking and circular mouth without jaws.
(iii) Circulation is of closed type.
(iv) They are marine but migrate for spawning to fresh water. After spawing, within a few days they die.
A. Cyclostomata
B. Chondrichthyes
C. Osteichthyes
D. Amphibia
Answer : A
(i) All living members of this class are ectoparasites on some fishes.
(ii) They have a sucking and circular mouth without jaws.
(iii) Circulation is of closed type.
(iv) They are marine but migrate for spawning to fresh water. After spawing, within a few days they die.
A. Cyclostomata
B. Chondrichthyes
C. Osteichthyes
D. Amphibia
Answer : A
27. Tracheae of cockroach and mammal are similar in having
A. paired nature.
B. non-collapsible walls.
C. ciliated inner lining.
D. origin from head.
Answer : B
A. paired nature.
B. non-collapsible walls.
C. ciliated inner lining.
D. origin from head.
Answer : B
28. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct regarding phylum aschelminthes?
(i) The body is circular in cross-section hence the name roundworms.
(ii) Alimentary canal is complete with a well-developed muscular pharynx.
(iii) Sexes are separate (dioecious), i.e., males and females are distinct.
(iv) Nephridia help in osmoregulation and excretion.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : C
(i) The body is circular in cross-section hence the name roundworms.
(ii) Alimentary canal is complete with a well-developed muscular pharynx.
(iii) Sexes are separate (dioecious), i.e., males and females are distinct.
(iv) Nephridia help in osmoregulation and excretion.
A. (i) and (ii)
B. (iii) and (iv)
C. (i), (ii) and (iii)
D. All of these
Answer : C
29. Polyp phase is absent in
A. Hydra
B. Aurelia
C. Physalia
D. Obelia
Answer : B
A. Hydra
B. Aurelia
C. Physalia
D. Obelia
Answer : B
30. Which of the following characteristic distinguish arthropoda from annelids and molluscs ?
A. An external skeleton made of chitin (a polysaccharide) and protein rather than a shell made chiefly of mineral salts.
B. Subdivision of the legs into movable segments.
C. Distinct group of muscles, derived from many body segments, that mve the separate parts of the exoskeleton.
D. All of the above
Answer : D
A. An external skeleton made of chitin (a polysaccharide) and protein rather than a shell made chiefly of mineral salts.
B. Subdivision of the legs into movable segments.
C. Distinct group of muscles, derived from many body segments, that mve the separate parts of the exoskeleton.
D. All of the above
Answer : D
31. The given figure shows some characteristic features marked as chordates. Identify the correct labelling A,B,C and D.
A. A-Notochord; B-Post-anal part; C-Gill slits; D-Nerve cord
B. A-Nerve cord; B-Notochord; C-Post-anal part; D-Gill slits
C. A-Notochord; B-Nerve cord; C-Gill slits; D-Post-anal part
D. A-Gill slits; B-Post-anal part; C-Nerve cord; D-Notochord
Answer : B
A. A-Notochord; B-Post-anal part; C-Gill slits; D-Nerve cord
B. A-Nerve cord; B-Notochord; C-Post-anal part; D-Gill slits
C. A-Notochord; B-Nerve cord; C-Gill slits; D-Post-anal part
D. A-Gill slits; B-Post-anal part; C-Nerve cord; D-Notochord
Answer : B
32. The organisms attached to the substratum generally possess
A. one single opening to the digestive canal.
B. cilia on the surface to create water current.
C. radial symmetry.
D. asymmetrical body.
Answer : C
A. one single opening to the digestive canal.
B. cilia on the surface to create water current.
C. radial symmetry.
D. asymmetrical body.
Answer : C
33. Refer the figures A, B and C and choose the correct option which shows animals that regulate buoyancy with the help of air bladder.
A. A and B
B. A and C
C. B and C
D. All of the above.
Answer : A
A. A and B
B. A and C
C. B and C
D. All of the above.
Answer : A
34. In phylum echinodermata, the adult echinoderms are ______A__________ but larvae are _______B______ .
A. A radially symmetrical; B bilaterally symmetrical
B. A bilaterally symmetrical; B radially symmetrical
C. A bilaterally symmetrical; B asymmetrical
D. A metamerically segmented; B asymmetrical
Answer : A
A. A radially symmetrical; B bilaterally symmetrical
B. A bilaterally symmetrical; B radially symmetrical
C. A bilaterally symmetrical; B asymmetrical
D. A metamerically segmented; B asymmetrical
Answer : A
35. Which of the following characteristic is probably most responsible for the great diversification of insects on land ?
A. Segmentation
B. Antennae
C. Bilateral symmetry
D. Exoskeleton
Answer : D
A. Segmentation
B. Antennae
C. Bilateral symmetry
D. Exoskeleton
Answer : D
36. Refer the given figures A, B, C and D and identify the option which shows their correct name.
A. A - Pleurobrachia, B - Cnidoblast, C - Aurelia, D - Adamsia
B. A - Aurelia, B - Adamsia, C - Cnidoblast, D - Pleurobrachia
C. A - Cnidoblast, B - Pleurobrachia, C - Adamsia, D - Aurelia
D. A - Adamsia, B - Aurelia, C - Pleurobrachia, D - Cnidoblast
Answer : B
A. A - Pleurobrachia, B - Cnidoblast, C - Aurelia, D - Adamsia
B. A - Aurelia, B - Adamsia, C - Cnidoblast, D - Pleurobrachia
C. A - Cnidoblast, B - Pleurobrachia, C - Adamsia, D - Aurelia
D. A - Adamsia, B - Aurelia, C - Pleurobrachia, D - Cnidoblast
Answer : B
37. The figure given below is the characteristic structure of the phylum in which animals are aquatic, free swimming or sessile, mostly marine, radially symmetrical. Identify the phylum and correct function of the structure.
A. Ctenophora; Emission of light.
B. Porifera; Feeding, respiration and excretion.
C. Cnidarian; Anchorage, Defense and food capturing
D. Mollusca; Locomotion, transport of food and respiration.
Answer : C
A. Ctenophora; Emission of light.
B. Porifera; Feeding, respiration and excretion.
C. Cnidarian; Anchorage, Defense and food capturing
D. Mollusca; Locomotion, transport of food and respiration.
Answer : C
38. Which of the following characteristics is correct for reptilia?
A. Body covered with dry and cornified skin, scales over the body are epidermal, they do not have external ears.
B. Body is covered with moist skin and is devoid of scales, the ear is represented by a tympanum, alimentary canal, urinary and reproductive tracts open into a common cloaca.
C. Fresh water animals with bony endoskeleton and airbladder regulate buoyancy.
D. Marine animals with cartilaginous endoskeleton and body is covered with placoid scales.
Answer : A
A. Body covered with dry and cornified skin, scales over the body are epidermal, they do not have external ears.
B. Body is covered with moist skin and is devoid of scales, the ear is represented by a tympanum, alimentary canal, urinary and reproductive tracts open into a common cloaca.
C. Fresh water animals with bony endoskeleton and airbladder regulate buoyancy.
D. Marine animals with cartilaginous endoskeleton and body is covered with placoid scales.
Answer : A
39. Which of the following is an incorrect statement regarding flatworms ?
A. They are acoelomates.
B. They are bilaterally symmetrical.
C. They lack a digestive system.
D. They have a circulatory system.
Answer : D
A. They are acoelomates.
B. They are bilaterally symmetrical.
C. They lack a digestive system.
D. They have a circulatory system.
Answer : D
40. In which of the phylum, excretory organ like proboscis gland is present?
A. Hemichordata
B. Chordata
C. Echinodermata
D. Annelida
Answer : A
A. Hemichordata
B. Chordata
C. Echinodermata
D. Annelida
Answer : A
41. The given figures of animals (A & B) are distinguished on the basis of symmetry. Select the correct option which shows the type of symmetry and its description against the animals.
A. A : Biradial, organisms is divided into unequal halves by any plane through the central axis.
B. B: Bilateral, body is divided into equivalent right and left halves by only one plane.
C. A: Asymmetrical, organisms is not divided into equal halves by any plane through the central axis.
D. B: Radial, in which any plane passing through the central axis of the body divides the organism into two identical halves.
Answer : B
A. A : Biradial, organisms is divided into unequal halves by any plane through the central axis.
B. B: Bilateral, body is divided into equivalent right and left halves by only one plane.
C. A: Asymmetrical, organisms is not divided into equal halves by any plane through the central axis.
D. B: Radial, in which any plane passing through the central axis of the body divides the organism into two identical halves.
Answer : B
42. Refer the figures A, B, C and D given below. Which of the following options shows the correct name of the animals shown by the figures A, B, C and D ?
A. A – Locust, B – Scorpion, C – Prawn, D – Pila
B. A – Locust, B – Prawn, C – Scorpion, D – Pila
C. A – Locust, B – Scorpion, C – Prawn, D – Snail
D. A – Butterfly, B – Scorpion, C – Prawn, D – Pila
Answer : A
A. A – Locust, B – Scorpion, C – Prawn, D – Pila
B. A – Locust, B – Prawn, C – Scorpion, D – Pila
C. A – Locust, B – Scorpion, C – Prawn, D – Snail
D. A – Butterfly, B – Scorpion, C – Prawn, D – Pila
Answer : A
43. Which of the following statements is without exception in sponges ?
A. They all have calcareous spicules.
B. They have high regenerative power.
C. They are found only in marine water.
D. They are all radially symmetrical.
Answer : B
A. They all have calcareous spicules.
B. They have high regenerative power.
C. They are found only in marine water.
D. They are all radially symmetrical.
Answer : B
44. Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of kingdom animalia ?
A. Storage of carbohydrates as starch.
B. Multicellularity.
C. Obtaining nutrients by ingestion.
D. Having eukaryotic cells without walls.
Answer : A
A. Storage of carbohydrates as starch.
B. Multicellularity.
C. Obtaining nutrients by ingestion.
D. Having eukaryotic cells without walls.
Answer : A
45. A student brought home a strange animal which he found outside under a rock. It had moist skin, a complete digestive tract, a ventral nerve cord, and had gone through torsion. Identify the phylum of the animal.
A. Porifera
B. Annelida
C. Mollusca
D. Echinodermata
nswer : B
A. Porifera
B. Annelida
C. Mollusca
D. Echinodermata
nswer : B
46. When any plane passing through the central axis of the body divides the organism into two identical halves, the organism is called ___________.
A. radially symmetrical
B. bilaterally symmetrical
C. asymmetrical
D. metamerically segmented
Answer : A
A. radially symmetrical
B. bilaterally symmetrical
C. asymmetrical
D. metamerically segmented
Answer : A
47. A common characteristic of all vertebrates without exception is
A. the division of body into head, neck, trunk and tail.
B. body covered with exoskeleton.
C. the possession of two pairs of functional appendages.
D. the presence of well- developed skull.
Answer : D
A. the division of body into head, neck, trunk and tail.
B. body covered with exoskeleton.
C. the possession of two pairs of functional appendages.
D. the presence of well- developed skull.
Answer : D
48. Identify the figure with its correct name and phylum.
A. Cucumaria – Echinodermata
B. Ascidia – Urochordata
C. Balanoglossus – Hemichordata
D. Hirudinaria – Annelida
Answer : C
A. Cucumaria – Echinodermata
B. Ascidia – Urochordata
C. Balanoglossus – Hemichordata
D. Hirudinaria – Annelida
Answer : C
49. In phylum arthropoda, excretion takes place through
A. nephridia
B. flame cells
C. malphigian tubules
D. gills
Answer : C
A. nephridia
B. flame cells
C. malphigian tubules
D. gills
Answer : C
50. Which of the following possesses poison sting and belongs to class chondrichthyes?
A. Labeo
B. Myxine
C. Clarias
D. Trygon
Answer : D
A. Labeo
B. Myxine
C. Clarias
D. Trygon
Answer : D