Match List - I with List - II List-I
List-II
(a) Allen's Rule (i) Kangaroo rat (b) Physiological adaptation (ii) Desert lizard (c) Behavioral adaptation (iii) Marine fish at depth (d) Biochemical adaptation (iv) Polar seal
Choose the correct answer from the options given below
List-I | List-II | ||
| (a) | Allen's Rule | (i) | Kangaroo rat |
| (b) | Physiological adaptation | (ii) | Desert lizard |
| (c) | Behavioral adaptation | (iii) | Marine fish at depth |
| (d) | Biochemical adaptation | (iv) | Polar seal |
(iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
(iv) (ii) (iii) (i)
(iv) (i) (iii) (ii)
(iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
The Correct Option is D
Solution and Explanation
The question involves matching concepts from ecology and biology with their correct adaptations or examples. Let's explore each option to understand the matches:
- Allen's Rule: This rule pertains to the adaptations of animals living in colder climates. It states that animals in colder environments typically have shorter limbs and appendages to minimize heat loss. This rule is well exemplified by the Polar seal, which has adaptations to survive in polar regions.
- Physiological Adaptation: Kangaroo rats are known for their physiological adaptations to arid environments. They can survive without direct water intake by metabolizing water from seeds. This matches with the physiology of the Kangaroo rat.
- Behavioral Adaptation: Desert lizards display behavioral adaptations to cope with extreme temperatures, such as basking in the sun to regulate their body temperature. Hence, this matches with the Desert lizard.
- Biochemical Adaptation: Marine fish found at depth display biochemical adaptations to withstand high pressure and low temperatures. This aligns with the description of Marine fish at depth.
Based on these explanations, here's how the concepts match with their corresponding examples:
| List-I | List-II |
| (a) Allen's Rule | (iv) Polar Seal |
| (b) Physiological Adaptation | (i) Kangaroo Rat |
| (c) Behavioral Adaptation | (ii) Desert Lizard |
| (d) Biochemical Adaptation | (iii) Marine Fish at Depth |
Thus, the correct sequence for the matches is (iv) (i) (ii) (iii), which aligns with the given correct answer option.
These matchings are based on ecological and behavioral adaptations observed in nature, helping organisms survive in diverse and extreme habitats.
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