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Question

Match the items in List-I with their correct descriptions in List-II: List-I: (A) The Evil Quartet, (B) Ex-situ, (C) Lantana camara, (D) Dodo List-II: (I) Cryopreservation, (II) Alien species invasion, (III) Causes of biodiversity losses, (IV) Extinction

A

(A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)

B

(A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)

C

(A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)

D

(A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)

Step-by-Step Solution

Based on the provided sources, the correct matches are as follows:

  • (A) The Evil Quartet: This is a sobriquet used to describe the four major causes of biodiversity losses .
  • (B) Ex-situ: This refers to off-site conservation; modern methods include cryopreservation, where gametes of threatened species are preserved in viable and fertile conditions for long periods .
  • (C) Lantana camara: This is identified as an invasive weed species and is a classic example of alien species invasion that threatens indigenous species .
  • (D) Dodo: The Dodo (from Mauritius) is listed as an example of a species that has recently undergone extinction . Mapping these results in the sequence (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), and (D)-(IV), which corresponds to Option 1.

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET BIOLOGY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Biodiversity and Conservation. Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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