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Polyploidy arises due to change in the

A) number of chromatids B) structure of genes
C) number of chromosomes D) structure of chromosomes
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) number of chromosomes

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Lacrymal glands are situated in the

A)  Palms B) Buccal cavity
C) Buccal cavity D) Stomach
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Buccal cavity

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The thymus gland produces a hormone called

A) thyroxine B) thymosin
C) thyronine D) calcitonin
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) thymosin

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The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options.


P: The incidence and severity of Type B malnutrition will be shown to be worse if newer micronutrient groups such as the essential fatty acids, xanthophylls and flavonoids are included in the surveys.
Q: Commonly ingested levels of these micronutrients seem to be far too low in many developed countries.
R: Many national surveys reveal that malnutrition is common in developed countries.
S: This is not the calorie and/or micronutrient deficiency associated with developing nations (Type A malnutrition); but multiple micronutrient depletion, usually  combined with calorific balance or excess (Type B malnutrition).

A) SPQR B) PRQS
C) RSPQ D) RQSP
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) RSPQ

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Which Indian territory was formerly known as 'Black Water' before Independence?

A) Lakshadweep Group B) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
C) Diu D) Aliabet and Khadiabet
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Andaman and Nicobar Islands

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Breaking down of fats from large globules to smaller globules by Bile juice is similar to which of the following?

A) Emulsification of soaps B) Esterification of alcohol
C) Fermentation of glucose D) Eutrophication of water
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Emulsification of soaps

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Evaporation of water from leaves of a plant is called

A) Transpiration B) Respiration
C) Perspiration D) Evaporation
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Transpiration

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What cells line the ventricles of the brain?

A) Schwann's cells B) Ependymal cells
C) Nerve cells D) Neuroglia
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Ependymal cells

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