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Why do algae and fungi shift to sexual mode of reproduction just before the onset of adverse conditions?


Organisms such as fungi and algae switch to sexual mode of reproduction during adverse conditions because sexual reproduction brings variation into the individuals, some of which might help the individuals to adapt to the changed conditions and survive. This ensures the continuity of species.

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Name any two types of cells that act as 'cellular barriers' to provide innate immunity in humans.

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Write the name of the organism that is referred to as the 'Terror of Bengal'.

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How is 'stratification' represented in a forest ecosystem?

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Identify 'a' and 'b' in the figure given below representing proportionate number of major vertebrate taxa.


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Mention the type of host cells suitable for the gene guns to introduce an alien DNA.

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Give an example of an organism that enters 'diapause' and why.

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What are 'true breeding lines' that are used to study inheritance pattern of traits in plants?

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How does the gene 'I' control ABO blood groups in humans? Write the effect the gene has on the structure of red blood cells.

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State the cause of accelerated eutrophication.

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