Short imp questions.

1.(i) Highlight the role of thymus as a lymphoid organs.

(ii) Name the cells that are released from the above mentioned gland. Mention, how they help in
immunity?
2. . The barriers in the innate immunity are given in the following table. Identify A, B, C and D.

3.

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The diagram above is that of a typical biogas plant. Explain the sequence of events occurring in a biogas
plant.
Identify A, B and C.
4. How are sticky ends formed on a DNA strand? Why are they called so?

5. Study the diagram given below and answer the following questions.
(i) Why have DNA fragments in band D moved farther away in comparison to those in band C?
(ii) Identify the anode end in the diagram.
(iii) How are these DNA fragments visualised?

6. Mention one application for each of the following

(i) Passive immunisation
(ii) Antihistamine
(iii) Colostrum
(iv) Cytokinin-barrier

7. Describe any three potential applications of genetically modified plants.

8. Explain the role(s) of the following in biotechnology
(i) Restriction endonuclease
(ii) Gel-electrophoresis
(iii) Selectable markers in pBR322
9. Explain mutualism with the help of an example.
10. How does a detritivore differ from a decomposer? Explain with an example.
11.In situ conservation can help endangered threatened species. Justify the statement.