Biology · Science General

Diversity in Living Organisms

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The diversity in living organisms deals with the classification of life forms into various kingdoms and phyla. This topic covers specific traits of bacteria, animal body cavities, and structural adaptations for survival. These fundamentals are crucial for biology sections in medical entrance and state board exams.

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Diversity in Living Organisms Questions

Multiple choice

Camels do not have __________ as an adaptation.

  1. three rows of long eyelashes

  2. nostrils that can be closed

  3. fats stored in the hump

  4. thick leathery patches on knees

  5. long and strong legs
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. Camels do not have three pair of long eyelashes. They have two rows that protect them against blowing sand and the sun.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is/are an adaptation of toucan bird?

  1. Large, long beak

  2. Small claws

  3. Three pairs of eyelids

  4. Broad and thick tongue

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. Large, long beak helps toucans reach the fruits on branches, which are otherwise too weak to support its weight.

Multiple choice

What is the significant feature of Arctic tern?

  1. It is the largest bird.

  2. It is the longest traveler among the migratory birds.

  3. It is a colourful bird.

  4. It is a very small bird.

  5. It flies backwards and forward.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is the correct answer. The species is strongly migratory, seeing two summers each year as it migrates along a convoluted route from its northern breeding grounds to the Antarctic coast.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is/are not true regarding the features of penguins? (a) They live in polar region. (b) They are of black colour with white back. (c) They have wide flat claws. (d) They remain huddled together.

  1. Only a

  2. Only b

  3. Both a and b

  4. Both b and c

  5. Both c and d
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is the correct answer. Penguins are of white colour with black back and they have curved claws which help them swim and walk on snow.

Multiple choice

Match the following adaptations of frog with their uses:

     
1 Green colour a Holding branch
2 Sticky pads b Amphibians breathe
3 Sticky tongue c Camouflaging
4 Permeable skin d Catches prey

  1. 1 - b, 2 - a, 3 - d, 4 - c

  2. 1 - c, 2 - d, 3 - b, 4 - b

  3. 1 - c, 2 - a, 3 - d, 4 - b

  4. 1 - a, 2 - c, 3 - b, 4 - d

  5. 1 - d, 2 - b, 3 - c, 4 - a
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it the correct matching. The greenish colour of the frog helps it in mixing with the green foliage. Frog has a long and sticky tongue with which it catches its prey. The tree-frog has developed sticky pads in its claws and the permeable skin helps the amphibians breathe.

Multiple choice

Which of the following statements is/are correct? a. Whales do not have gills. b. Special breathing organs like gills in fishes are present to help them survive under water. c. Fishes develop scales or waxy coating to reduce friction and help in swimming.

  1. Only a

  2. Only b

  3. Only c

  4. Only a and b

  5. Only b and c
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

These statements are correct. Some sea animals like whales and dolphins do not have gills. They breathe in air through their nostrils or blowholes and they can stay underwater for a long time without breathing. For breathing they come out of the water from time to time. Special breathing organs like gills in fishes are present to help them survive under water.