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In 2016, a total of 258 new animal species discovered in India are classified as ______.
In 2016, a total of 258 new animal species discovered in India are classified as ______.
invertebrates
The newly discovered vertebrate species in India in 2016 amounts to ______.
The newly discovered vertebrate species in India in 2016 amounts to ______.
55
Among the newly discovered species, ______% belong to vertebrates.
Among the newly discovered species, ______% belong to vertebrates.
13
The group of organisms that includes reptiles, amphibians, and mammals is known as ______.
The group of organisms that includes reptiles, amphibians, and mammals is known as ______.
Insects account for ______% of threatened species in India.
Insects account for ______% of threatened species in India.
The course in __________ Technology is part of the 5-year program.
The course in __________ Technology is part of the 5-year program.
The B.Sc. in __________ Technology is offered alongside other degrees.
The B.Sc. in __________ Technology is offered alongside other degrees.
Graduate studies can include an M.Sc. in __________.
Graduate studies can include an M.Sc. in __________.
__________ Science is one of the specific fields focused on in the curriculum.
__________ Science is one of the specific fields focused on in the curriculum.
The study of __________ is crucial for understanding livestock health.
The study of __________ is crucial for understanding livestock health.
__________ Economics explores the financial aspects of dairy production.
__________ Economics explores the financial aspects of dairy production.
Animal __________ examines the physiological processes in livestock.
Animal __________ examines the physiological processes in livestock.
One area of study is __________ Gynaecology and Obstetrics.
One area of study is __________ Gynaecology and Obstetrics.
According to IUCN, 172 species of animals are considered globally threatened in India or ______% of the world’s total number of threatened species.
According to IUCN, 172 species of animals are considered globally threatened in India or ______% of the world’s total number of threatened species.
There are 61 species of moths and butterflies (order ______) and 38 of beetles (Coleoptera).
There are 61 species of moths and butterflies (order ______) and 38 of beetles (Coleoptera).
There are a variety of species that have been adapted successfully to live in diverse ______.
There are a variety of species that have been adapted successfully to live in diverse ______.
Ecosystem is a community of living organisms (plants and animals), non-living environment (including minerals, climate, soil, water, sunlight) and their ______.
Ecosystem is a community of living organisms (plants and animals), non-living environment (including minerals, climate, soil, water, sunlight) and their ______.
The presence of a large number of species in a particular ecosystem is called '______ diversity'.
The presence of a large number of species in a particular ecosystem is called '______ diversity'.
Classification is a process by which things are organized into categories based on ______ characteristics.
Classification is a process by which things are organized into categories based on ______ characteristics.
The process that allows us to make it possible to study all the living organisms is called ______.
The process that allows us to make it possible to study all the living organisms is called ______.
In libraries, books are organized alphabetically or ______ into autobiographies, novels, kids stories, etc.
In libraries, books are organized alphabetically or ______ into autobiographies, novels, kids stories, etc.
The process of assigning scientific names to organisms is called ______.
The process of assigning scientific names to organisms is called ______.
The important component of taxonomical tools are field visits, survey, identification, classification, ______ and documentation.
The important component of taxonomical tools are field visits, survey, identification, classification, ______ and documentation.
The five kingdom classification was proposed by ______.
The five kingdom classification was proposed by ______.
Molecular taxonomical tools are more accurate and ______ for taxonomical classification.
Molecular taxonomical tools are more accurate and ______ for taxonomical classification.
A ______ is a branching diagram showing the relationship between a number of species.
A ______ is a branching diagram showing the relationship between a number of species.
A living organism is differentiated from ______.
A living organism is differentiated from ______.
A derived character is one that evolved in the lineage leading up to a ______.
A derived character is one that evolved in the lineage leading up to a ______.
A phylogenetic tree shows the inferred evolutionary relationships based upon similarities and differences in their physical or ______ characteristics.
A phylogenetic tree shows the inferred evolutionary relationships based upon similarities and differences in their physical or ______ characteristics.
Agricultural ______ is a significant area of study in veterinary medicine.
Agricultural ______ is a significant area of study in veterinary medicine.
Animal ______ encompasses fields like gynecology and obstetrics.
Animal ______ encompasses fields like gynecology and obstetrics.
Veterinary ______ is essential for diagnosing and treating animal diseases.
Veterinary ______ is essential for diagnosing and treating animal diseases.
Horticulture studies the cultivation of ______ and plants.
Horticulture studies the cultivation of ______ and plants.
Veterinary ______ includes the study of animal health and welfare.
Veterinary ______ includes the study of animal health and welfare.
PhD programs often focus on advanced studies in ______ biology.
PhD programs often focus on advanced studies in ______ biology.
Nematology is the study of ______ that can affect plants.
Nematology is the study of ______ that can affect plants.
Food Quality and ______ Assurance is vital in ensuring safe food supply chains.
Food Quality and ______ Assurance is vital in ensuring safe food supply chains.
Animal ______ involves understanding the biochemical processes in animals.
Animal ______ involves understanding the biochemical processes in animals.
Veterinary ______ focuses on the effects of drugs on animals.
Veterinary ______ focuses on the effects of drugs on animals.
Veterinary ______ studies the biology and behavior of parasites.
Veterinary ______ studies the biology and behavior of parasites.
Plant pathology investigates the causes of plant ______.
Plant pathology investigates the causes of plant ______.
Ophthalmology deals with the ______ of animal eyes.
Ophthalmology deals with the ______ of animal eyes.
Veterinary ______ focuses on the surgical treatment of animals.
Veterinary ______ focuses on the surgical treatment of animals.
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Study Notes
Academic Programs Overview
- Various undergraduate courses include Livestock Products Technology, Agricultural Chemicals, Entomology, and Horticulture.
- Postgraduate offerings encompass B.Sc. Perfusion Technology, General Surgery, and Diplomate programs across multiple specializations.
- Ph.D. programs are available in Biotechnology, Veterinary Science, and Animal Nutrition.
- National Diplomas focus on Animal Husbandry, Reproduction, Veterinary Biological Products, and Equine Medicine.
Biodiversity and New Species Discoveries in India
- In 2016, 258 new invertebrate species and 55 vertebrate species were discovered.
- Breakdown of new species includes:
- 97 insects
- 27 fishes
- 12 amphibians
- 10 Platyhelminthes
- 9 Crustacea
- 6 reptiles
- India has 172 globally threatened species, representing 2.9% of the world's total threatened species.
Taxonomy and Classification
- Biological diversity is essential for ecosystem functioning and is characterized by the variety of life forms.
- Classification groups living organisms into categories for easier study and understanding.
- Taxonomy arranges living organisms based on shared characteristics, involving a hierarchical system: kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus, and species.
- Nomenclature assigns scientific names to groups, consisting of a genus name and species epithet.
- R.H. Whittaker proposed the five-kingdom classification; molecular taxonomy enhances accuracy in classification.
Tools and Concepts in Taxonomy
- Cladograms illustrate evolutionary relationships between species, showcasing shared and derived characteristics.
- Phylogenetic trees depict evolutionary pathways based on physical and genetic similarities.
- Key terms include:
- Shared Character: common attributes between two lineages.
- Derived Character: features unique to a clade.
- Threatened Species: organisms at risk of future endangerment.
Significance of Ecosystems
- Ecosystems consist of living organisms (flora and fauna), non-living components (minerals, climate, soil), and their interactions.
- Understanding ecosystems is crucial for conservation and biodiversity management, emphasizing the need for careful classification and documentation.
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