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Kerala Board · Class 10 · Biology

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Who proposed the theory of inheritance of acquired characters?

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The ship on which Charles Darwin traveled for five years was called:

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What evidence do molecular biology studies provide for evolution?

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Which organism has the closest evolutionary relationship with humans based on molecular evidence?

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According to Darwin's theory, which of the following are correct statements about natural selection?

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Organisms produce more offspring than the environment can support, There is struggle for existence due to limited resources

Darwin's theory includes overproduction, struggle for existence, and survival of the fittest. Not all variations are favorable, and acquired characters are not inherited according to Darwin's theory.

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Which of the following are characteristics of primates?

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Opposable thumb, Binocular vision

Primates, including monkeys, apes, and humans, are characterized by having a thumb that can be opposed to other fingers and binocular vision. They don't have the ability to fly or gills for breathing.

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What is the cranial capacity of modern humans (Homo sapiens)?

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1350 cm³

Modern humans (Homo sapiens) have a cranial capacity of 1350 cm³, which is the largest among all human evolutionary species, reflecting our advanced cognitive abilities.

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Which part of the neuron receives messages from adjacent neurons?

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Dendrites

Dendrites are the branches of dendrons that receive messages from adjacent neurons. The axon transmits messages away from the cell body, the cell body contains the nucleus, and the synaptic knob releases neurotransmitters.

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What are the important topics in Paths of Evolution for Kerala Board Class 10 Biology?
Key topics in Paths of Evolution include Introduction to Evolution and Antibiotic Resistance, Lamarckism - Theory of Inheritance of Acquired Characters, Darwinism - Theory of Natural Selection, Neo-Darwinism and Modern Evolution. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the Kerala Board Class 10 board exam.
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