Animal Kingdom Question 360
Question: Karyotaxonomy is the modern branch of classification which is based on
[MP PMT 1999]
Options:
A) Number of chromosomes
B) Bands found on chromosomes
C) Organic evolution
D) Trinomial nomenclature
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
The branch of taxonomy that deals with the structure of nucleus in various groups of organisms is called karyotaxonomy.
This classification system helps in identification of the phylogenetic relationship between organisms using the number, type and arrangements of chromosomes.
It also studies the bands found on chromosomes. Thus the correct answer is option B.
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