Consider statements about genetics: 1. Genes are made of DNA. 2. Chromosomes are located in the nucleus. 3. RNA is the genetic material in all cells. Which are correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Consider statements about genetics: 1. Genes are made of DNA. 2. Chromosomes are located in the nucleus. 3. RNA is the genetic material in all cells. Which are correct?
A. 2 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Genes are specific sequences of nucleotides that serve as the fundamental units of heredity, and in all cellular organisms, they are made of DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid). Chromosomes are thread-like structures composed of DNA and proteins, and they are located within the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. DNA is the genetic material in all cellular organisms; RNA serves as the genetic material only in some viruses, not in cells. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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Consider statements about environment: 1. Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) measures organic pollution. 2. Eutrophication is caused by excess nutrients. 3. Biological magnification decreases at higher trophic levels. Which are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1, 2 and 3
C. 1 and 2 only
D. 2 and 3 only

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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A. Liver
B. Pancreas
C. Spleen
D. Gall bladder

Correct Answer: Option B


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A. Polysiphonia
B. Chlorella
C. Gelidium
D. Sargassum

Correct Answer: Option B


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