Biology miscellaneous


  1. The Sigmoid Colon is part of









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    The sigmoid colon is a short curving of the colon, just before the rectum. It is part of the large intestine.

    Correct Option: C

    The sigmoid colon is a short curving of the colon, just before the rectum. It is part of the large intestine.


  1. The type of tail found in Shark is









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    Sharks possess a heterocercal caudal fin in which the dorsal portion is usually noticeably larger than the ventral portion. This is because the shark’s vertebral column extends into that dorsal portion, providing a greater surface area for muscle attachment.

    Correct Option: C

    Sharks possess a heterocercal caudal fin in which the dorsal portion is usually noticeably larger than the ventral portion. This is because the shark’s vertebral column extends into that dorsal portion, providing a greater surface area for muscle attachment.



  1. Teeth and Bones acquire strength and rigidity from









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    The human body requires more calcium than any other mineral. At least 99% of the calcium is found in the bones and teeth, giving them strength and rigidity.

    Correct Option: A

    The human body requires more calcium than any other mineral. At least 99% of the calcium is found in the bones and teeth, giving them strength and rigidity.


  1. The curcumin is isolated from









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    Curcumin is the principal curcuminoid of the popular Indian spice turmeric, which is a member of the ginger family. The curcuminoids are natural phenols that are responsible for the yellow color of turmeric.

    Correct Option: B

    Curcumin is the principal curcuminoid of the popular Indian spice turmeric, which is a member of the ginger family. The curcuminoids are natural phenols that are responsible for the yellow color of turmeric.



  1. In the resistance colour code, the fourth band signifies









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    The first and second band represent the numerical value of the resistor, and the colour of the third band specify the power-of-ten multiplier. Reading the resistor from left to right, the fourth band represents the tolerance.


    Correct Option: A

    The first and second band represent the numerical value of the resistor, and the colour of the third band specify the power-of-ten multiplier. Reading the resistor from left to right, the fourth band represents the tolerance.