AIPMT PRELIMS2007Botany-Taxonomy
AIPMT PRELIMS 2007 Botany Species Concept MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Two plants can be conclusively said to belong to the same species if they
A
have more than 90 per cent similar genes
B
look similar and possess identical secondary metabolites
C
have same number of chromosomes
D
can reproduce freely with each other and form seeds.
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
The ability to reproduce freely and produce fertile offspring is a key criterion for defining species.
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