Class – Osteichthyes — NEET Biology Questions

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MCQ
Which of the following combinations is correct for Osteichthyes?
  • A. Placoid scales – Internal fertilisation – No operculum
  • B. Cycloid scales – External fertilisation – Operculum present
  • C. No scales – Internal fertilisation – No air bladder
  • D. Cycloid scales – Internal fertilisation – No operculum
✅ Correct Answer: B
Bony fishes have external fertilisation, cycloid scales, and operculum.
MCQ
Which of the following functions is performed by the operculum in Osteichthyes?
  • A. Blood circulation
  • B. Digestion
  • C. Excretion.
  • D. Covering gill slits
✅ Correct Answer: D
Operculum protects the gills from damage and assists in respiration.
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MCQ
Which one of the following features distinguishes Osteichthyes from Chondrichthyes?
  • A. Two-chambered heart
  • B. Presence of gill slits
  • C. Presence of air bladder
  • D. Marine habitat
✅ Correct Answer: C
Chondrichthyes lack air bladder, which helps buoyancy in Osteichthyes.
MCQ
Select the correct statements about Osteichthyes: I. They have cartilaginous skeleton II. Heart has two chambers III. Fertilisation is external IV. Air bladder is present
  • A. I and II only
  • B. II and IV only
  • C. II, III and IV
  • D. I, III and IV
✅ Correct Answer: C
Skeleton is bony and not cartilaginous in osteichthyes, heart has 2 chambers, fertilisation is external, air bladder present.
MCQ
Why are bony fishes able to regulate buoyancy, unlike sharks?
  • A. Because they have heavy scales
  • B. Because of presence of fins
  • C. Due to swim bladder
  • D. Due to cartilaginous skeleton
✅ Correct Answer: C
Swim bladder helps in maintaining neutral buoyancy, which cartilaginous fishes lack.

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