Animal Kingdom Overview - Advanced Concepts
Q. In which part of the human body does gas exchange primarily occur?
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A.
Bronchi
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B.
Alveoli
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C.
Trachea
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D.
Lungs
Solution
Gas exchange primarily occurs in the alveoli, which are tiny air sacs in the lungs where oxygen and carbon dioxide are exchanged.
Correct Answer: B — Alveoli
Q. What is the main function of the skeletal system in vertebrates?
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A.
Production of hormones
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B.
Support and protection
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C.
Digestion of food
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D.
Respiration
Solution
The main function of the skeletal system is to provide support and protection for the body's organs and tissues.
Correct Answer: B — Support and protection
Q. What is the primary function of the nephridia in annelids?
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A.
Reproduction
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B.
Excretion
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C.
Digestion
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D.
Circulation
Solution
Nephridia are excretory organs in annelids that help in the removal of waste products from the body.
Correct Answer: B — Excretion
Q. What is the primary role of the circulatory system in animals?
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A.
Digestion of food
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B.
Transport of nutrients and gases
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C.
Reproduction
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D.
Excretion of waste
Solution
The primary role of the circulatory system is to transport nutrients, gases, hormones, and waste products throughout the body.
Correct Answer: B — Transport of nutrients and gases
Q. What is the term for the process by which organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring?
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A.
Natural selection
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B.
Genetic drift
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C.
Mutation
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D.
Speciation
Solution
Natural selection is the process by which organisms that are better adapted to their environment tend to survive and reproduce.
Correct Answer: A — Natural selection
Q. What type of symmetry is exhibited by echinoderms?
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A.
Bilateral symmetry
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B.
Radial symmetry
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C.
Asymmetry
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D.
Spherical symmetry
Solution
Echinoderms exhibit radial symmetry, which means their body parts are arranged around a central axis.
Correct Answer: B — Radial symmetry
Q. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of mammals?
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A.
Feathers
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B.
Scales
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C.
Hair or fur
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D.
Gills
Solution
Mammals are characterized by the presence of hair or fur, which is a key feature distinguishing them from other animal groups.
Correct Answer: C — Hair or fur
Q. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of reptiles?
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A.
Cold-blooded
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B.
Lungs for respiration
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C.
Feathers
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D.
Scaly skin
Solution
Feathers are not a characteristic of reptiles; they are found in birds, which are a separate class of animals.
Correct Answer: C — Feathers
Q. Which structure in the human body is responsible for producing insulin?
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A.
Liver
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B.
Pancreas
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C.
Kidneys
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D.
Spleen
Solution
The pancreas is responsible for producing insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
Correct Answer: B — Pancreas
Q. Which type of reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes?
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A.
Asexual reproduction
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B.
Binary fission
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C.
Sexual reproduction
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D.
Budding
Solution
Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes, leading to genetic diversity in offspring.
Correct Answer: C — Sexual reproduction
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