91.
The number of vertebrae in a human is ________.
- (A)7
- (B)12
- (C)26
- (D)206
92.
Symbiotic association between fungi and algae are called ________.
- (A)lichens
- (B)sponges
- (C)mycorrhiza
- (D)chrysophytes
93.
Cell theory was formulated by ______________.
- (A)Schleiden and Schwann
- (B)Robert Brown
- (C)Singer and Nicolson
- (D)Antonie Von Leeuwenhoek
94.
Which of the following are characteristics of prokaryotic cells? (a) Ribosomes are made of 50S and 30S subunits; (b) They can have plasmids; (c) They contain mesosome; (d) They have peroxisomes.
- (A)(b) and (c) only
- (B)(a) and (c) only
- (C)(a), (c) and (d) only
- (D)(a), (b) and (c) only
95.
Which of the following is not a part of the human central neural system?
- (A)Arachnoid
- (B)Dura mater
- (C)Pia mater
- (D)Pericardium
96.
Mitochondrial inner membrane encloses ___________.
- (A)matrix
- (B)cytosol
- (C)mucus
- (D)aqueous humor
97.
Match List-I (A. Cristae, B. Cisternae, C. Thylakoids, D. Phospholipid) with List-II (I. Flat membrane sacs in stroma of chloroplast, II. Infoldings in mitochondria, III. Cell membrane, IV. Disc-shaped sacs in the Golgi apparatus).
- (A)A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
- (B)A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
- (C)A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I
- (D)A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
98.
The plastid that stores xanthophyll is known as __________.
- (A)chloroplast
- (B)chromoplast
- (C)aleuroplast
- (D)amyloplast
99.
Which of the following statements related to the pituitary gland are correct? (a) It is divided anatomically into adenohypophysis and neurohypophysis; (b) It secretes follicle stimulating hormone; (c) It secretes melanocyte stimulating hormone; (d) It does not secrete prolactin.
- (A)(a) and (b) only
- (B)(a), (b) and (c) only
- (C)(c) and (d) only
- (D)(b) and (c) only
100.
The photorespiration reaction catalysed by RuBisCO is: RuBP + O₂ → 3-Phosphoglycerate + X. Identify X.
- (A)Phosphoenolpyruvate
- (B)2-Phosphoglycolate
- (C)Oxaloacetate
- (D)Malate
101.
Mad cow disease is caused by _______.
- (A)prions
- (B)viroids
- (C)Aspergillus sp.
- (D)Mycoplasma sp.
102.
Which pigment has an absorption peak at 700 nm in the photosynthetic reaction centre PS I (P700)?
- (A)Chlorophyll b
- (B)Chlorophyll a
- (C)Xanthophylls
- (D)Carotenoids
103.
In water, frogs respire using _____________.
- (A)skin
- (B)buccal cavity
- (C)lungs
- (D)trachea
104.
Which of the following represents the correct sequence of arrangement of bones in the lower limb of humans?
- (A)Femur-tibia-patella-tarsal
- (B)Patella-femur-tibia-tarsal
- (C)Femur-patella-tibia-tarsal
- (D)Femur-tarsal-patella-tibia
105.
Phyllotaxy is the pattern of arrangement of ________.
- (A)leaves
- (B)flowers
- (C)fruits
- (D)sepals
106.
Match List-I (A. Starch, B. Antibody, C. Concanavalin A, D. Glut-4) with List-II (I. Fights infection, II. Energy storage, III. Glucose transport, IV. Lectin).
- (A)A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
- (B)A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
- (C)A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
- (D)A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
107.
Two statements — Statement I: When any plane passing through the central axis of the body divides the organism into two identical halves, it is called radial symmetry. Statement II: In phylum Echinodermata, both adults and larvae are radially symmetrical. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
108.
Endomembrane system includes _______.
- (A)endoplasmic reticulum, Golgi complex, lysosomes and vacuole
- (B)endoplasmic reticulum, chloroplast, peroxisomes and vacuole
- (C)mitochondria, chloroplast, peroxisomes and vacuole
- (D)Golgi complex, chloroplast, peroxisomes and vacuole
109.
How many molecules of pyruvic acid are produced at the end of glycolysis from 206 molecules of glucose?
- (A)206
- (B)309
- (C)103
- (D)412
110.
Which of the following plant growth regulators is used as a herbicide?
- (A)2,4-D
- (B)Kinetin
- (C)Abscisic acid
- (D)Gibberellin
111.
Two statements — Statement I: In gymnosperms, the male and female gametophytes remain within the sporangia. Statement II: In gymnosperms, seeds are not covered. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
112.
Match List-I (A. Spherical, B. Rod, C. Comma, D. Spirillum) with List-II (I. Vibrio, II. Cocci, III. Spirilla, IV. Bacilli).
- (A)A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
- (B)A-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV
- (C)A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
- (D)A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
113.
Which of the following are characteristic features of the Solanaceae family? (a) Flowers are bisexual and actinomorphic; (b) Calyx has five sepals and is united; (c) Androecium has five stamens and is epipetalous; (d) Ovary is inferior.
- (A)(a), (b) and (c) only
- (B)(d) only
- (C)(a) and (b) only
- (D)(b), (c) and (d) only
114.
Select the correct sequence of experiments that led to a gradual understanding of photosynthesis in green plants.
- (A)Absorption spectra of chlorophyll a and b → production of glucose → release of oxygen → role of air
- (B)Role of air → release of oxygen → production of glucose → absorption spectra of chlorophyll a and b
- (C)Release of oxygen → production of glucose → absorption spectra → role of air
- (D)Production of glucose → role of air → release of oxygen → absorption spectra
115.
The number of action potentials generated by the sino-atrial node (SAN) in a healthy human is _______ per minute.
- (A)28 - 30
- (B)70 - 75
- (C)100 - 110
- (D)120 - 140
116.
How many turns of the Calvin cycle are required for the formation of three molecules of glucose?
- (A)6
- (B)3
- (C)1
- (D)18
117.
Which of the following statements is incorrect?
- (A)Blood coagulates in response to an injury
- (B)Blood clot consists of fibrins
- (C)Fibrin is produced from fibrinogen
- (D)Fibrinogen is produced from fibrin
118.
Match List-I (A. Family, B. Genus, C. Class, D. Phylum, E. Order) with List-II (I. Sapindales, II. Dicotyledonae, III. Anacardiaceae, IV. Angiospermae, V. Mangifera).
- (A)A-I, B-V, C-II, D-IV, E-III
- (B)A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV, E-V
- (C)A-II, B-III, C-V, D-I, E-IV
- (D)A-III, B-V, C-II, D-IV, E-I
119.
Arrange the following taxonomic categories in ascending order: (a) Genus, (b) Class, (c) Order, (d) Phylum, (e) Family, (f) Kingdom, (g) Species.
- (A)(g), (a), (e), (c), (b), (d), (f)
- (B)(a), (c), (d), (g), (f), (b), (e)
- (C)(g), (c), (d), (b), (e), (a), (f)
- (D)(f), (c), (b), (g), (d), (e), (a)
120.
Match List-I (A. Marginal placentation, B. Axile placentation, C. Parietal placentation, D. Free central placentation) with List-II (I. Argemone, II. Tomato, III. Primrose, IV. Pea).
- (A)A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
- (B)A-IV, B-II, C-III, D-I
- (C)A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
- (D)A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
121.
Sphenopsida class belongs to _____________.
- (A)bryophytes
- (B)angiosperms
- (C)gymnosperms
- (D)pteridophytes
122.
Which of the following statements regarding photorespiration are correct? (a) Does not occur in C3 plants; (b) CO₂ is consumed and O₂ is generated; (c) Phosphoglycolate is formed; (d) No synthesis of ATP and NADPH.
- (A)(a) and (d) only
- (B)(c) and (d) only
- (C)(b) and (d) only
- (D)(a) and (b) only
123.
Smooth endoplasmic reticulum ___________.
- (A)has ribosomes attached to its surface
- (B)is the major site for the synthesis of lipids
- (C)is actively involved in protein synthesis
- (D)is a site for the synthesis of carbohydrates
124.
Which one of the following statements is incorrect?
- (A)α-cells of pancreas secrete glucagon
- (B)α-cells of pancreas secrete insulin
- (C)Glucagon stimulates glycogenolysis
- (D)β-cells of pancreas secrete insulin
125.
Genus represents __________.
- (A)an individual plant or animal
- (B)a population of plants and animals
- (C)a group of closely related species
- (D)a group of closely related families
126.
Which of the following is not a prokaryote?
- (A)Bacteria
- (B)Blue green algae
- (C)Mycoplasma
- (D)Fungi
127.
Which of the following plant growth regulators promotes internode elongation prior to flowering in cabbage?
- (A)Abscisic acid
- (B)Gibberellin
- (C)Indole butyric acid
- (D)Ethephon
128.
The correct sequence of adult cell cycle phases is ________.
- (A)G1-G2-S-M
- (B)G1-M-G2-S
- (C)G1-S-G2-M
- (D)S-M-G2-G1
129.
Match List-I (A. Fusion of protoplasms between gametes, B. Fusion of two nuclei, C. Generation of haploid spores) with List-II (I. Meiosis, II. Plasmogamy, III. Karyogamy).
- (A)A-II, B-III, C-I
- (B)A-II, B-I, C-III
- (C)A-III, B-II, C-I
- (D)A-I, B-III, C-II
130.
Two statements — Statement I: The class name Reptilia refers to creeping or crawling mode of locomotion. Statement II: All organisms belonging to Reptilia have a three-chambered heart. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
131.
Two statements — Statement I: Chromosomes are fully condensed at the end of prophase I. Statement II: Meiosis I resembles mitosis. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are true
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are false
- (C)Statement I is correct, but Statement II is false
- (D)Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is true
132.
Which of the following is not a characteristic of chordates?
- (A)Presence of notochord
- (B)Central nervous system is dorsal
- (C)Absence of gills
- (D)Presence of post-anal part (tail)
133.
Length of the stem at time 0 is 20 cm. The arithmetic growth rate is 30 cm per day. What is the length of the stem at the end of the 7th day?
- (A)50 cm
- (B)170 cm
- (C)230 cm
- (D)460 cm
134.
Arrange the following elements in descending order of their contribution to the percentage weight of the human body: (a) Oxygen, (b) Carbon, (c) Hydrogen, (d) Nitrogen.
- (A)(a), (b), (c), (d)
- (B)(c), (a), (b), (d)
- (C)(b), (c), (d), (a)
- (D)(b), (a), (c), (d)
135.
In frogs, the number of pairs of cranial nerves arising from the brain are ______.
- (A)6
- (B)9
- (C)10
- (D)12
136.
Which of the following is used as a clot buster?
- (A)Streptokinase
- (B)Penicillin
- (C)Cyclosporin A
- (D)Statins
137.
The inactive form of Bt toxin is converted to the active form in the insect gut _______.
- (A)due to alkaline pH
- (B)due to acidic pH
- (C)by proteases
- (D)by nucleases
138.
Two statements — Statement I: Down's syndrome is caused by the absence of one of the X-chromosomes. Statement II: Turner's syndrome is caused by the presence of an additional copy of the chromosomes. Choose the correct answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
139.
Which of the following diseases is not sexually transmitted?
- (A)Syphilis
- (B)Tuberculosis
- (C)Gonorrhoea
- (D)Genital warts
140.
Sperm motility is due to ___________.
- (A)flagellar movement
- (B)ciliary movement
- (C)amoeboid movement
- (D)muscular movement
141.
Natural selection can lead to _________. (a) stabilisation; (b) genetic drift; (c) directional change; (d) disruption.
- (A)(a) only
- (B)(a), (c) and (d) only
- (C)(a), (b), (c) and (d)
- (D)(a) and (c) only
142.
The method of directly injecting a sperm into the ovum in assisted reproductive technology is called:
- (A)Gamete intra fallopian transfer (GIFT)
- (B)Zygote intra fallopian transfer (ZIFT)
- (C)Intra cytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI)
- (D)Embryo transfer (ET)
143.
Which of the following structures is not a part of the male reproductive system?
- (A)Rete testis
- (B)Epididymis
- (C)Vasa efferentia
- (D)Infundibulum
144.
Arrange the following in descending order of the number of species in the Amazonian rain forest: (a) Plants, (b) Birds, (c) Fishes, (d) Invertebrates, (e) Mammals.
- (A)(c) > (b) > (d) > (e) > (a)
- (B)(d) > (a) > (c) > (b) > (e)
- (C)(e) > (b) > (a) > (c) > (d)
- (D)(b) > (a) > (d) > (c) > (e)
145.
Two statements — Statement I: Ovulation is caused by LH surge leading to rupture of Graafian follicles. Statement II: The Graafian follicle remaining after ovulation transforms into the corpus luteum and secretes a large amount of estrogen. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
146.
Which of the following are primary consumers in a food chain?
- (A)Parasites
- (B)Predators
- (C)Herbivores
- (D)Carnivores
147.
A population of diploid organisms is at Hardy–Weinberg equilibrium. If the frequency of allele A is 0.1, the frequency of AA is ________.
- (A)0.01
- (B)0.02
- (C)0.10
- (D)0.99
148.
Match List-I (A. Excess growth hormone, B. Luteinizing hormone, C. Vasopressin, D. Oxytocin) with List-II (I. Reabsorption of water and electrolytes in kidney, II. Contraction of uterus during child birth, III. Acromegaly, IV. Ovulation).
- (A)A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
- (B)A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
- (C)A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
- (D)A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
149.
The opening between the right atrium and the right ventricle is guarded by _________.
- (A)bicuspid valve
- (B)tricuspid valve
- (C)semilunar valve
- (D)sino-atrial node
150.
Sponges exchange O₂ with CO₂ by __________.
- (A)simple diffusion over their entire body surfaces
- (B)moist cuticle
- (C)tracheal tubes
- (D)gills
151.
How many theca are present in each lobe of a typical bilobed angiosperm anther?
- (A)2
- (B)6
- (C)8
- (D)12
152.
Muscle contraction is initiated by a signal sent by the central nervous system by the release of _____.
- (A)acetyl choline
- (B)acetyl coenzyme A
- (C)cyclic guanine monophosphate
- (D)cyclic adenine monophosphate
153.
Which of the following statements about the lac-operon is correct?
- (A)Gene i is constitutively expressed
- (B)Lactose activates the repressor to bind to the operator
- (C)Genes i, z, y and a share a single common promoter
- (D)Galactose can act as an inducer of the lac operon
154.
Which of the following in the female gametophyte of an angiosperm helps in guiding the pollen tube for fertilizing the eggs?
- (A)Antipodals
- (B)Synergids
- (C)Central cells
- (D)Polar nucleus
155.
Which of the following plants produces non-albuminous seeds?
- (A)Wheat
- (B)Maize
- (C)Barley
- (D)Pea
156.
If the diploid chromosome number of a typical angiosperm is 36, what would be the chromosome number in its endosperm?
- (A)18
- (B)36
- (C)54
- (D)72
157.
Which of the following statements about the reabsorption process in Henle's loop are correct? (a) The descending limb is permeable to water but almost impermeable to electrolytes; (b) Urine gets concentrated in Henle's loop; (c) Reabsorption of Na⁺ and water takes place in Henle's loop; (d) Active or passive transport of electrolytes occurs in the ascending limb.
- (A)(a) and (b) only
- (B)(b), (c) and (d) only
- (C)(a), (b) and (c) only
- (D)(a), (b) and (d) only
158.
Which of the following is the correct order of arrangement of the vertebral column from head to toe?
- (A)Cervical, thoracic, sacrum, lumbar
- (B)Sacrum, lumbar, thoracic, cervical
- (C)Cervical, lumbar, thoracic, sacrum
- (D)Cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum
159.
Which of the following is NOT evidence for evolution?
- (A)Convergent evolution of traits like wings of birds and butterflies
- (B)Paleontological evidence from fossil records
- (C)Embryological support for evolution as proposed by Ernst Haeckel
- (D)Divergent evolution of anatomical structures such as forelimbs
160.
Two statements — Statement I: Modern Homo sapiens arose in Australia and moved across continents. Statement II: Homo sapiens arose around 75,000 to 10,000 years ago. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
161.
Consider a population of 10 million cells with a per-capita birth rate of 0.002 (per unit time) and a per-capita death rate of 0.002 (per unit time). The expected number of cells after 10 generations is ______.
- (A)1 million
- (B)5 million
- (C)10 million
- (D)100 million
162.
During PCR, primers bind to the DNA strands in the ______ step.
- (A)denaturation
- (B)extension
- (C)annealing
- (D)ligation
163.
Assertion A: The logistic growth model of populations is considered more realistic than the exponential growth model. Reason R: Resources are finite. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- (B)Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
- (C)A is correct but R is not correct
- (D)A is not correct but R is correct
164.
Adaptive radiation in placental mammals and Australian marsupials, leading to similarity between distant species, is an example of ________.
- (A)divergent evolution
- (B)convergent evolution
- (C)founder effect
- (D)genetic drift
165.
Which of the following are secondary lymphoid organs? (a) Bone marrow, (b) Tonsils, (c) Spleen, (d) Thymus.
- (A)(a) and (b) only
- (B)(b) and (c) only
- (C)(a) and (d) only
- (D)(c) and (d) only
166.
Which of the following hormones is not secreted by the human placenta?
- (A)hCG
- (B)Estrogen
- (C)Progesterone
- (D)LH
167.
Which of the following enzymes synthesizes precursor mRNA?
- (A)RNA polymerase I
- (B)RNA polymerase II
- (C)RNA polymerase III
- (D)DNA polymerase
168.
Two statements — Statement I: Plasmids are autonomously replicating DNA. Statement II: Plasmids are extrachromosomal DNA. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
- (B)Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
- (C)Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
- (D)Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
169.
For a person with blood group 'O', which of the following is not a possible combination of parents' blood-group genotypes?
- (A)Father: I^A i and Mother: I^B i
- (B)Father: I^A i and Mother: I^A i
- (C)Father: I^B i and Mother: I^B i
- (D)Father: I^A I^B and Mother: I^A i
170.
Assertion A: Forelimbs of humans and bats are homologous. Reason R: Forelimbs of humans and bats have similar anatomical structure. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- (B)Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
- (C)A is true but R is false
- (D)A is false but R is true
171.
Colostrum, secreted by the mother during the initial days of lactation, is abundant in ________.
- (A)IgG
- (B)IgM
- (C)IgA
- (D)IgD
172.
Assertion A: The Abingdon tortoise in the Galapagos islands became extinct within a decade after goats were introduced. Reason R: Goats were more efficient at browsing than the Abingdon tortoise. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- (B)Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
- (C)A is correct but R is not correct
- (D)A is not correct but R is correct
173.
The covering of the ovum at ovulation is _________.
- (A)endometrium
- (B)zona radiata
- (C)zona pellucida
- (D)chorion
174.
Match List-I (A. Both species are harmed, B. One species is harmed and the other is benefited, C. Both species are benefited, D. One is benefited while the other has no effect) with List-II (I. Predation, II. Mutualism, III. Competition, IV. Commensalism).
- (A)A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
- (B)A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
- (C)A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
- (D)A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV
175.
Assertion A: In an experiment, Mendel observed that the F1 progeny plants are all tall and none are dwarf. Reason R: Stem height is a contrasting trait, with tall being dominant and dwarf being recessive. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- (B)Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
- (C)A is correct but R is not correct
- (D)A is not correct but R is correct
176.
Assertion A: In recombinant DNA technology, lysozyme is used for disrupting bacterial cells while cellulase is used for plant cells. Reason R: Isolation of genetic material needs disruption of cells. Choose the most appropriate answer:
- (A)Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
- (B)Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A
- (C)A is correct but R is not correct
- (D)A is not correct but R is correct
177.
Which of the following is used as an effective sedative and painkiller for treating post-surgery patients?
- (A)Interferon
- (B)Antibiotics
- (C)Morphine
- (D)Anti-retroviral drugs
178.
Which of the following statements are correct? (a) Energy flow from producers to consumers is unidirectional; (b) Energy pyramid can never be inverted; (c) Transfer of energy follows the 1% law.
- (A)(a), (b) and (c)
- (B)(a) and (b) only
- (C)(a) and (c) only
- (D)(b) and (c) only
179.
Which of the following statements is correct about Plasmodium?
- (A)Reproduces sexually in liver cells
- (B)Reproduces sexually in RBCs
- (C)Gametocytes develop in the mosquito gut
- (D)Fertilization takes place in the mosquito gut
180.
Match List-I (A. Transformation, B. Cloning site, C. Selection, D. Ori) with List-II (I. Restriction enzyme, II. Transfer DNA to host bacteria, III. Replication, IV. Antibiotic).
- (A)A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
- (B)A-I, B-II, C-IV, D-III
- (C)A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
- (D)A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II