Which of the following defines a biological species? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following defines a biological species?
A. Organisms having similar physical appearances
B. Organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring
C. Organisms living in the same habitat
D. Organisms sharing the same genetic code
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
A biological species is defined as a group of potentially interbreeding natural populations that are reproductively isolated from other such groups and produce fertile offspring. Physical similarity or shared habitat does not guarantee species status, as reproductive isolation is the key criterion.

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