HSC Science (General) 12th Standard Board Exam - Maharashtra State Board Question Bank Solutions

Fine soil particles imbibe or absorb water and hold it. This is called as _______.

Define the following:

Gravitational water

Define the following:

Hygroscopic water

Define the following:

Combined water

Define the following:

Capillary water

What are the different types of water?

In which forms water is available to roots for absorption?

Which of the following is not a cause for loss of biodiversity?

How many Biodiversity hotspots have been identified around the world?

Give the adaptations shown by desert animals.

Name any two biodiversity hot spots in India.

The species placed in CR category is ______.

Mention one example each of fortification with reference to –

1. Amino acid content
2. Vitamin-C content

What is ex-situ conservation?

Mention any two places where the ex-situ conservation is undertaken.

Enlist desirable traits present in transgenic chicken.

Give definitions of Extinct species.

Give definitions of Endangered species.

Give definitions of Invasive species.

Give reason:

Monocytes are called scavengers.