NEET Solved Paper 2014 Question 42

Question: Match the following and Select the correct option. [AIPMT 2014]
Column I Column II
A. Earthworm 1. Pioneer species
B. Succession 2. Detritivore
C. Ecosystem service 3. Natality
D. Population growth 4. Pollination

Options:

A) A-1 B-2 C- 3 D-4

B) A-4 B-1 C-3 D-2

C) A-3 B-2 C-4 D-1

D) A-2 B-1 C-4 D-3

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Answer:

Correct Answer: D

Solution:

  • To match the items in Column I with the correct items in Column II, let’s analyze each pair:
  • Earthworm: Earthworms are known as detritivores because they feed on dead organic matter.
  • Succession: Succession refers to the process by which the structure of a biological community evolves over time, often starting with pioneer species.
  • Ecosystem service: Pollination is a key ecosystem service provided by various organisms, including bees and other pollinators.
  • Population growth: Natality, or birth rate, is a factor that contributes to population growth.

Now, let’s match them:

  • A. Earthworm - 2. Detritivore
  • B. Succession - 1. Pioneer species
  • C. Ecosystem service - 4. Pollination
  • D. Population growth - 3. Natality