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A group of organisms similar in certain basic characters and interbreeding under natural conditions to produce the fertile individuals is called a species.
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  • Under the biological species concept, the main criterion for identifying a species is

    A
    anatomical distinctiveness
    B
    behavioural distinctiveness
    C
    Geographic isolation
    D
    reproductive isolation

  • Which of the following are used to define the karyotype of a species 1. The number of chromosomes 2. The chromosome length 3. The positions of the centromeres

    A
    1,2 and 3 are correct
    B
    Only 1 and 2 are correct
    C
    Only 2 and 3 are correct
    D
    Only 1 and 3 are correct

  • ………..is defined as an ecological state of a species being unique to a specific geographic location.

    A
    Exotic species
    B
    Endemic species
    C
    Ecosystem
    D
    Endangered species

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