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In a majority of flowering plants, out of the four megaspores, what is the ratio of functional and degenerate megaspores?

A) 2:2 B) 1:3
C) 3:1 D) 4:0
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 1:3

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Which of the following serves as a nutritive tissue for the growing embryo?

A) Ovule B) Zygote
C) Ovary D) Endosperm
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Endosperm

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Which of the following micro-organism causes diseases like polio and chicken pox?

A) Bacteria B) Protozoa
C) Algae D) Virus
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Virus

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Some roots, called _________________, arise from an organ other than the radicle.

A) tap roots B) stilt roots
C) fibrous roots D) adventitious roots
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) adventitious roots

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What produces the striations of a skeletal muscle cell?

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The striations are a result of the A bands of sarcomeres appearing as relatively wide, dark stripes under the microscope, which alternate with narrower, lighter colored stripes formed by the I bands. 


The striations of skeletal muscle are created by the organization of actin and myosin filaments resulting in the banding pattern of myofibrils.

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Which of the following is responsible for transport of food and other substances in plants?

A) Xylem B) Phloem
C) Chloroplast D) None of these
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Phloem

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Which of the following is the largest known cell?

A) Eukaryotic Cell B) Prokaryotic Cell
C) Mycoplasma D) Ostrich Eggs
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Ostrich Eggs

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Xylem helps in transportation of which of the following?

A) Food B) Water
C) Nutrients D) Both food and water
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Water

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