MCQ Collection
BS Zoology Semester Exam MCQs
Practice BS Zoology Semester Exam questions with answers and explanations.
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A.
Chemical molecules reaching receptor cells
B.
Light focusing on retina
C.
Blood pressure changes
D.
Bone movement at joints
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Correct Answer: A. Chemical molecules reaching receptor cells
Explanation:
Taste is a chemical sense. Food molecules must dissolve and contact taste receptor cells before nerve signals can be generated.
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A.
Transmission of visual sensory information
B.
Insulin release from pancreas
C.
Blood clot formation
D.
Chitin hardening
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Correct Answer: A. Transmission of visual sensory information
Explanation:
The optic nerve carries signals from retinal photoreceptors to the brain. Damage reduces visual input and can impair reflexes that depend on light detection.
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A.
Target cells of the cardiovascular system
B.
Only taste buds
C.
Only cartilage cells
D.
Only hair follicles
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Correct Answer: A. Target cells of the cardiovascular system
Explanation:
Adrenaline binds receptors on heart and blood vessel cells, producing rapid cardiovascular effects. Hormonal action depends on receptor-bearing target tissues.
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Negative feedback maintaining homeostasis
B.
Positive feedback causing unlimited rise
C.
Open circulation
D.
Reflex arc without hormones
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Correct Answer: A. Negative feedback maintaining homeostasis
Explanation:
Insulin release after high glucose reduces the original stimulus by lowering blood glucose. This is a classic negative feedback mechanism for homeostasis.
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A.
The nature of the molt
B.
Blood oxygen binding
C.
Vision in dim light
D.
Mammalian lactation
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Correct Answer: A. The nature of the molt
Explanation:
Ecdysone promotes molting, but juvenile hormone helps determine whether the molt remains larval or proceeds toward metamorphosis. Lower juvenile hormone permits adult development.
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Swelling due to fluid leaving blood
B.
Instant bone growth
C.
Better vision
D.
More chitin production
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Correct Answer: A. Swelling due to fluid leaving blood
Explanation:
Inflammatory mediators increase capillary permeability. Fluid and proteins move into tissues, causing swelling and helping defense molecules reach the area.
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Higher systemic pressure after lung oxygenation
B.
Complete absence of blood vessels
C.
Mixing all blood in one chamber
D.
No need for hemoglobin
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Correct Answer: A. Higher systemic pressure after lung oxygenation
Explanation:
Double circulation separates pulmonary and systemic circuits. Blood can be oxygenated in lungs and then pumped at high pressure to body tissues.
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A.
Reduced oxygen delivery and blood pressure
B.
Loss of all taste receptors
C.
Excess feather insulation
D.
Increased molting
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Correct Answer: A. Reduced oxygen delivery and blood pressure
Explanation:
Severe blood loss reduces circulating volume, blood pressure, and oxygen transport. This can lead to shock and organ failure.
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A.
Valves and skeletal muscle assistance
B.
Photoreceptors and cones
C.
Thyroxine and ecdysone only
D.
Chitin and calcium carbonate
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Correct Answer: A. Valves and skeletal muscle assistance
Explanation:
Veins operate at low pressure, especially in limbs. Valves and skeletal muscle contractions help push blood back toward the heart and reduce pooling.
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Ensure one-way blood flow through chambers
B.
Produce red blood cells
C.
Detect hormones
D.
Digest pathogens
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Correct Answer: A. Ensure one-way blood flow through chambers
Explanation:
Heart valves prevent backflow during the cardiac cycle. They maintain directional flow from veins to atria, ventricles, and arteries.
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A.
Exchange between blood and cells
B.
Hormone production in thyroid
C.
Formation of feathers
D.
Nerve impulse generation in axons
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Correct Answer: A. Exchange between blood and cells
Explanation:
Capillaries are the main exchange vessels. Damage limits diffusion of oxygen, nutrients, wastes, and signaling molecules between blood and tissues.
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A.
Regurgitation or backflow of blood
B.
No effect on circulation
C.
Formation of lateral line
D.
Increased chitin synthesis
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Correct Answer: A. Regurgitation or backflow of blood
Explanation:
Valve incompetence permits blood to flow backward, reducing pumping efficiency and increasing workload on the heart.