Biology (School & UG)
Q. During which stage of embryonic development does implantation occur?
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A.
Zygote stage
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B.
Blastocyst stage
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C.
Gastrula stage
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D.
Neurula stage
Solution
Implantation occurs during the blastocyst stage when the embryo attaches to the uterine wall.
Correct Answer: B — Blastocyst stage
Q. During which stage of human development does the heart begin to beat?
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A.
Gastrulation
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B.
Neurulation
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C.
Embryonic stage
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D.
Fetal stage
Solution
The heart begins to beat during the embryonic stage, typically around the 6th week of gestation.
Correct Answer: C — Embryonic stage
Q. During which trimester does the majority of organ development occur?
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A.
First trimester
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B.
Second trimester
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C.
Third trimester
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D.
All trimesters equally
Solution
The first trimester is critical for organogenesis, where most major organs begin to form.
Correct Answer: A — First trimester
Q. How do plants adapt their photosynthesis process in low light conditions?
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A.
Increase chlorophyll production
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B.
Decrease water usage
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C.
Reduce carbon fixation
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D.
Increase respiration rate
Solution
Plants may increase chlorophyll production to enhance light absorption in low light conditions.
Correct Answer: A — Increase chlorophyll production
Q. How do plants adapt to low light conditions in terms of photosynthesis?
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A.
Increasing chlorophyll concentration
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B.
Decreasing leaf area
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C.
Reducing water uptake
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D.
Increasing respiration rate
Solution
Plants adapt to low light conditions by increasing chlorophyll concentration to capture more light.
Correct Answer: A — Increasing chlorophyll concentration
Q. How do plants utilize the products of the light reactions?
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A.
For cellular respiration only
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B.
To synthesize proteins
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C.
To fuel the dark reactions
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D.
To produce more chlorophyll
Solution
Plants use ATP and NADPH produced in the light reactions to fuel the dark reactions (Calvin cycle).
Correct Answer: C — To fuel the dark reactions
Q. How does exercise affect the circulatory system?
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A.
It decreases heart rate
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B.
It increases blood flow and heart rate
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C.
It reduces blood volume
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D.
It has no effect
Solution
Exercise increases blood flow and heart rate to meet the higher oxygen demands of the body during physical activity.
Correct Answer: B — It increases blood flow and heart rate
Q. How does increased carbon dioxide concentration affect photosynthesis?
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A.
Decreases rate
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B.
Increases rate
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C.
No effect
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D.
Inhibits light reactions
Solution
Increased carbon dioxide concentration generally increases the rate of photosynthesis up to a point.
Correct Answer: B — Increases rate
Q. How does plant classification aid in ecological research?
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A.
By simplifying plant interactions
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B.
By providing a framework for understanding biodiversity
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C.
By eliminating the need for field studies
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D.
By focusing only on agricultural plants
Solution
Plant classification provides a framework for understanding biodiversity and ecological interactions.
Correct Answer: B — By providing a framework for understanding biodiversity
Q. How does smoking affect the respiratory system?
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A.
Improves lung capacity
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B.
Increases mucus production
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C.
Enhances oxygen absorption
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D.
Reduces risk of infections
Solution
Smoking increases mucus production in the respiratory system, leading to blockages and respiratory issues.
Correct Answer: B — Increases mucus production
Q. How does the availability of light affect the rate of photosynthesis?
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A.
It has no effect
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B.
Increases the rate until a saturation point
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C.
Decreases the rate
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D.
Only affects the dark reactions
Solution
The rate of photosynthesis increases with light availability until it reaches a saturation point.
Correct Answer: B — Increases the rate until a saturation point
Q. How does the concentration of carbon dioxide affect the rate of photosynthesis?
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A.
Increases rate
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B.
Decreases rate
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C.
No effect
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D.
Only affects light reactions
Solution
Increasing the concentration of carbon dioxide generally increases the rate of photosynthesis up to a certain point.
Correct Answer: A — Increases rate
Q. How does the concentration of CO2 affect the rate of photosynthesis?
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A.
Increases it indefinitely
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B.
Has no effect
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C.
Increases it to a point, then levels off
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D.
Decreases it
Solution
The rate of photosynthesis increases with CO2 concentration to a point, after which it levels off due to other limiting factors.
Correct Answer: C — Increases it to a point, then levels off
Q. How does the diaphragm contribute to breathing?
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A.
By filtering air
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B.
By contracting and relaxing to change lung volume
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C.
By producing sound
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D.
By transporting oxygen
Solution
The diaphragm contracts and relaxes to change the volume of the thoracic cavity, facilitating inhalation and exhalation.
Correct Answer: B — By contracting and relaxing to change lung volume
Q. How long does food typically stay in the stomach before moving to the small intestine?
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A.
1-2 hours
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B.
2-4 hours
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C.
4-6 hours
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D.
6-8 hours
Solution
Food typically stays in the stomach for about 2 to 4 hours before moving to the small intestine.
Correct Answer: B — 2-4 hours
Q. How long should items be exposed to ethylene oxide gas for effective sterilization?
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A.
1 hour
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B.
4 hours
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C.
8 hours
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D.
12 hours
Solution
Items should be exposed to ethylene oxide gas for at least 8 hours for effective sterilization.
Correct Answer: C — 8 hours
Q. How many bones are in the adult human skeleton?
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A.
206
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B.
210
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C.
215
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D.
220
Solution
The adult human skeleton consists of 206 bones.
Correct Answer: A — 206
Q. How many calories does the average human digestive system process in a day?
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A.
1500
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B.
2000
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C.
2500
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D.
3000
Solution
The average human digestive system processes about 2000 calories per day.
Correct Answer: B — 2000
Q. How many chambers does a typical mammalian heart have?
Solution
A typical mammalian heart has 4 chambers: two atria and two ventricles.
Correct Answer: C — 4
Q. How many chambers does the human heart have?
Solution
The human heart has 4 chambers: two atria and two ventricles.
Correct Answer: A — 4
Q. How many chromosomes are present in a human sperm cell?
Solution
A human sperm cell contains 23 chromosomes.
Correct Answer: A — 23
Q. How many chromosomes do most diploid plants have?
Solution
Most diploid plants have 20 chromosomes, as they typically have two sets of 10.
Correct Answer: B — 20
Q. How many classes are there in the division Angiospermae?
Solution
There are 2 main classes in the division Angiospermae: Monocotyledons and Dicotyledons.
Correct Answer: B — 2
Q. How many days does it typically take for a primary immune response to peak after initial exposure to an antigen?
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A.
1-2 days
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B.
3-7 days
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C.
10-14 days
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D.
21-28 days
Solution
The primary immune response usually peaks around 10-14 days after the initial exposure to an antigen.
Correct Answer: C — 10-14 days
Q. How many different classes of antibodies are there in humans?
Solution
Humans have five different classes of antibodies: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM.
Correct Answer: C — 5
Q. How many different types of enzymes are produced in the human digestive system?
Solution
The human digestive system produces approximately 20 different types of enzymes.
Correct Answer: B — 20
Q. How many hours of light do most plants require for optimal photosynthesis per day?
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A.
6 hours
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B.
12 hours
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C.
18 hours
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D.
24 hours
Solution
Most plants require around 12 hours of light for optimal photosynthesis.
Correct Answer: B — 12 hours
Q. How many layers of cells typically make up the epidermis in dicotyledonous plants?
Solution
The epidermis in dicotyledonous plants typically consists of a single layer of cells.
Correct Answer: A — 1
Q. How many liters of air does an average adult inhale in a minute at rest?
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A.
4-6 L
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B.
6-8 L
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C.
8-10 L
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D.
10-12 L
Solution
An average adult inhales about 4-6 liters of air per minute at rest.
Correct Answer: A — 4-6 L
Q. How many major divisions are there in the plant kingdom?
Solution
There are 4 major divisions in the plant kingdom: Bryophyta, Pteridophyta, Gymnospermae, and Angiospermae.
Correct Answer: B — 4
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