Previous Year Question
Study the four statements (A–D) given below and select the two correct statements.
A. Definition of biological species was given by Ernst Mayr.
B. Photoperiod does not affect reproduction in plants.
C. Binomial nomenclature system was given by R.H. Whittaker.
D. In unicellular organisms, reproduction is synonymous with growth.
The two correct statements are:
Correct Answer: C
Detailed Solution
Statement A is correct because the biological species concept was given by Ernst Mayr. Statement B is incorrect because photoperiod affects flowering and reproduction in many plants. Statement C is incorrect because binomial nomenclature was introduced by Carolus Linnaeus, not R.H. Whittaker. Statement D is correct because in unicellular organisms, cell division increases the number of individuals; therefore, reproduction is synonymous with growth.