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TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD CLASS 12 ZOOLOGY 2024

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Q1 mcq 1 mark
Colostrum is rich in :
a.
Ig D
b.
Ig E
c.
Ig M
d.
Ig A Correct Answer
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Colostrum, the first milk produced by the mother after childbirth, is rich in IgA antibodies. IgA provides passive immunity to the newborn. IgD, IgE, and IgM do not have this primary role in colostrum.
Q2 mcq 1 mark
Without altering water quality, __________ is/are an ideal disinfectant used in waste water treatment.
a.
Boiling
b.
U-V rays Correct Answer
c.
Ozonisation
d.
Chlorination
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UV rays are considered an ideal disinfectant for water treatment because they destroy microorganisms by damaging their DNA without adding any chemicals, thus not altering the water quality. Chlorination and Ozonisation are chemical treatments that add residues, and boiling consumes significant energy.
Q3 mcq 1 mark
The ovary remains attached with pelvic wall and the uterus by an ovarian ligament, called :
a.
myometrium
b.
ovarian stroma
c.
mesovarium Correct Answer
d.
tunica albuginea
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The ovary is attached to the pelvic wall and uterus by a fold of peritoneum called the mesovarium. Myometrium is a layer of the uterus; ovarian stroma is the inner tissue of the ovary; tunica albuginea is the connective tissue capsule of the ovary.
Q4 mcq 1 mark
B cells are activated by :
a.
Interferon
b.
Complement
c.
Antigen Correct Answer
d.
Antibody
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B cells are lymphocytes that specifically recognize and are activated by the presence of a specific antigen, which leads to their differentiation into plasma cells and production of antibodies.
Q5 mcq 1 mark
A mRNA molecule is produced by :
a.
Duplication
b.
Replication
c.
Translation
d.
Transcription Correct Answer
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Transcription is the biological process where a segment of DNA is copied into RNA (specifically mRNA) by the enzyme RNA polymerase. Replication involves DNA synthesis, while translation is the process of protein synthesis from mRNA.
Q6 mcq 1 mark
The average foetal heart beat rate is :
a.
120 - 160 beats/minute Correct Answer
b.
120 - 130 beats/minute
c.
130 - 150 beats/minute
d.
130 - 160 beats/minute
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The average foetal heart rate typically ranges from 120 to 160 beats per minute. This is a standard physiological benchmark used in clinical assessments.
Q7 mcq 1 mark
The wings of birds and butterflies is an example of :
a.
Divergent evolution
b.
Variation
c.
Convergent evolution Correct Answer
d.
Adaptive radiation
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The wings of birds (vertebrates) and butterflies (insects) perform the same function (flight) but have different embryonic origins (analogous organs). This phenomenon is known as convergent evolution.
Q8 mcq 1 mark
Modern man belongs to which period ?
a.
Quaternary Correct Answer
b.
Cambrian
c.
Cretaceous
d.
Silurian
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Modern man (Homo sapiens) appeared during the Quaternary period, which is the current geological period in the Cenozoic era. Cambrian, Cretaceous, and Silurian are much older periods.
Q9 mcq 1 mark
The most common substrate used in distilleries for the production of ethanol :
a.
Molasses Correct Answer
b.
Soyameal
c.
Cornmeal
d.
Groundgram
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Molasses is the byproduct of the sugar industry and is rich in fermentable sugars, making it the most economical and common substrate for ethanol production in distilleries. Soyameal, cornmeal, and groundgram are primarily protein/starch sources for food or animal feed, not typical primary substrates for large-scale ethanol distillation.
Q10 mcq 1 mark
GEAC stands for :
a.
Genetic Engineering Approval Committee Correct Answer
b.
Genome Engineering Action Committee
c.
Genetic and Environment Approval Committee
d.
Ground Environment Action Committee
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GEAC stands for Genetic Engineering Approval Committee, which is the body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change that makes decisions regarding the validity of research involving genetically modified organisms and the safety of introducing them for public use.
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Q11 mcq 1 mark
Match the pathogens with respective diseases caused by them and select the correct match using the codes given below : (A)Leishmania donavani (i)Amoebiasis (B)Wuchereria bancrofti (ii)Kala-azar (C)Trypanosoma gambiense (iii)Sleeping sickness (D)Entamoeba histolytica (iv)Filariasis
a.
(A)-(iii), (B)-(i), (C)-(ii), (D)-(iv)
b.
(A)-(ii), (B)-(iv), (C)-(iii), (D)-(i)
c.
(A)-(i), (B)-(iv), (C)-(iii), (D)-(ii)
d.
(A)-(ii), (B)-(iv), (C)-(i), (D)-(iii)
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Q12 mcq 1 mark
Which of the following is an r-species ?
a.
rhinoceros
b.
human
c.
whale
d.
insects
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Q13 mcq 1 mark
ABO blood group in man is controlled by :
a.
Sex linked genes
b.
Multiple alleles
c.
Holandric genes
d.
Lethal genes
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Q14 mcq 1 mark
The organization which collects, compiles and publishes the red list of threatened species :
a.
IUCN
b.
WWF
c.
UNEP
d.
ZSI
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Q15 mcq
In which mode of reproduction variations are seen ?
a.
Sexual
b.
Asexual
c.
Parthenogenesis
d.
Both (a) and (b)
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Q16 short answer
Differentiate between external and internal fertilizations.
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Q17 short answer
How is polyspermy avoided in humans ?
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Q18 short answer
Write the preventive measures of STDs.
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Q19 short answer
What are holandric genes ?
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Q20 short answer
Give reasons : Genetic code is universal.
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Q21 short answer
Define the term β€˜Zymology’.
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Q22 short answer
What are the three levels of biodiversity ?
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Q23 short answer
What is Pedogenesis ?
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Q24 long answer
How will you get desired traits in animals by using modern biotechnology ? Give examples.
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Q25 short answer
What is parthenogenesis ? What are its types ?
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Q26 short answer
Mention the differences between spermiogenesis and spermatogenesis.
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Q27 short answer
What is amniocentesis ? Why do a statutory ban is imposed on this technique ?
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Q28 short answer
Who disproved Lamarck’s theory of Acquired characters ? How ?
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Q29 short answer
Why is opsonisation efficient in phagocytosis ?
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Q30 short answer
List the advantages of biogas plants in rural areas.
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Q31 short answer
What are the possible risks of GMOs ?
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Q32 short answer
Write the common withdrawal symptoms of drugs and alcohol abuse.
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Q33 short answer
Define β€˜Bergmenn’s rule’.
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Q34 long answer
Explain the different kinds of syngamy in living organisms.
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Q35 long answer
Write the differences between active and passive immunity.
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Q36 long answer
Explain the applications of DNA fingerprinting techniques.
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Q37 long answer
Mention the main objections to Darwinism.
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Q38 long answer
What are the various essential properties of water ?
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Q39 long answer
List the various menstrual disorders.
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Q40 long answer
What is Microbial Fuel Cell ? Explain.
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Q41 long answer
Explain how recombinant insulin can be produced.
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Q42 long answer
Explain the methods of disposal of radioactive wastes.
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Q43 long answer
List out the various causes for biodiversity losses.
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