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Read the question, then carefully choose the correct answer(s).
Appeared in Year: 2021
Given below are two statements (September)
Statement I: Swamp buffaloes have 48 chromosomes.
Statement Il: Manipuri buffaloes are true swamp buffaloes.
Considering the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
Choices
| Choice (4) | Response | |
|---|---|---|
a. | Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect | |
b. | Both Statement I and Statement II are correct | |
c. | Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect | |
d. | Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct | |
✅ Answer
b.
🎁 Explanation
- Swamp buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis carabanensis) have 48 chromosomes. The swamp buffalo is a subspecies of the water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis), which is a large domesticated bovine species found in many parts of the world.
- The diploid number of chromosomes in water buffaloes, including the swamp buffalo subspecies, is . This means that each somatic cell in the buffalo contains two sets of 24 chromosomes, one inherited from each parent.
- Manipuri buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis manipurensis) are considered true swamp buffaloes.
- Swamp buffaloes are a type of water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis) that are adapted to living in wet, swampy environments. They are generally smaller and more agile than other types of water buffalo, and they have several anatomical and physiological adaptations that allow them to thrive in wetland habitats.
- Water buffaloes are known for their large size, strength, and docile temperament, and they have been used for a variety of purposes throughout human history, including as draft animals, for transportation, and for milk and meat production.
| Buffalo Breed | Location | Characteristics |
| Murrah | Haryana and Punjab | Jet black, white markings on tail |
| Bhadawari | Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh | Hooves are black, medium size body |
| Jaffarabadi | Gujarat | Usually black, head and neck are massive |
| Surti | Gujarat | Skin is black or brown, Well-shaped and medium sized body |
| Mehsana | Gujarat | Mostly black, head is longer and heavier |
| Toda | Toda of Nilgiris of south India | Coat colour of the calf is generally fawn at birth |