STANDARDBotany-Biological Classification

STANDARD 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 same number of chromosomes.

B

can reproduce freely with each other and form seeds.

C

have more than 90 per cent similar genes.

D

look similar and possess identical secondary metabolites.

Correct Answer

Option B

Detailed Explanation

Species are defined as groups of interbreeding natural populations that are reproductively isolated from other such groups. The ability to reproduce freely and form seeds is a key criterion for species classification.

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