98 + Interview Questions in Locomotion And Movement in Biology

1.	Which of these disorders is caused due to low concentrations of calcium ions?(a) Muscular dystrophy(b) Gout(c) Tetany(d) OsteoporosisThe question was asked in an interview for job.The origin of the question is Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» RIGHT option is (c) Tetany Best explanation: Muscular dystrophy, gout, tetany and OSTEOPOROSIS are disorders of the muscular system and the skeletal system. Out of these, tetany is caused DUE to low concentrations of calcium IONS.

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2.	In synovial joints, bones are joined together with the help of cartilages. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseThe question was posed to me during an online interview.My query is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The CORRECT ANSWER is (b) False Explanation: Joints are of THREE types, which are namely fibrous joints, cartilaginous joints and synovial joints. Bones are joined to each other with the help of cartilages at cartilaginous joints.

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3.	How many true ribs are present in the human body?(a) 7 pairs(b) 8 pairs(c) 9 pairs(d) 10 pairsThe question was asked during an interview for a job.I'm obligated to ask this question of Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct OPTION is (a) 7 pairs The best I can explain: The human body has 12 pairs of RIBS. They articulate with the vertebral column dorsally and with the sternum ventrally with the help of hyaline CARTILAGE. FIRST seven pairs of ribs are CALLED true ribs.

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4.	What does acetylcholine generate in the sarcolemma?(a) Resting potential(b) Graded potential(c) Action potential(d) Membrane potentialI had been asked this question in an interview for internship.My question is from Locomotion & Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct ANSWER is (C) Action potential For explanation: ACETYLCHOLINE is a neurotransmitter. It is a chemical compound that helps in the TRANSMISSION of impulses. Acetylcholine generates action potential in the SARCOLEMMA which spreads through the muscle fibre.

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5.	Which of these join the skull bones to each other to form the cranium?(a) Dense fibrous connective tissues(b) Loose fibrous connective tissues(c) Specialized connective tissue(d) Dense irregular connective tissueThis question was posed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.My enquiry is from Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» CORRECT answer is (a) Dense fibrous CONNECTIVE tissues For explanation I would say: The JOINTS of the skull bones are fibrous joint. They show no MOVEMENT. The skull bones are fused end-to-end with each other with the help of dense fibrous connective tissues to form the cranium.

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6.	What type of tissue is cartilage?(a) Muscular(b) Epithelial(c) Connective(d) NervousI have been asked this question in unit test.My question is taken from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right CHOICE is (c) Connective To elaborate: The SKELETAL system is made of bones and CARTILAGES. Both bones and cartilages are specialised connective tissues. Cartilages have a SLIGHTLY PLIABLE matrix, unlike bones, which possess a hard matrix.

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7.	Which of these structures holds myosin filaments together?(a) ‘H’ line(b) ‘A’ line(c) ‘M’ line(d) ‘Z’ lineThis question was addressed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.This question is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct choice is (c) ‘M’ line Best EXPLANATION: The MYOSIN filaments or the THICK filaments are held TOGETHER by the ‘M’ line. The ‘M’ line is present in the middle of the ‘A’ band or the anisotropic band or the dark band, and is thin and fibrous.

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8.	Which of these do not show ciliary movement?(a) Inner lining of trachea(b) Oviducts(c) Vasa efferentia(d) Vas deferensThe question was posed to me by my school principal while I was bunking the class.I'm obligated to ask this question of Types of Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right option is (d) Vas DEFERENS The explanation is: The CILIATED EPITHELIUM of the inner surface of the TRACHEA, the movement of ova through the oviducts and the vasa efferentia show ciliary movement. The vas deferens does not show ciliary movement.

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9.	How many types of movement do the cells of the human body exhibit?(a) 4(b) 1(c) 2(d) 3I had been asked this question during an interview.My doubt is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct answer is (d) 3 To EXPLAIN: The human BODY has various types of cells which have DIFFERENT morphologies and perform specific FUNCTIONS. The cells have mainly three types of movement- amoeboid, ciliary and MUSCULAR.

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10.	Which vertebra articulates with the occipital condyles?(a) Atlas(b) Axis(c) Sacral vertebra(d) Coccygeal vertebraThe question was posed to me during an interview for a job.This is a very interesting question from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right choice is (a) Atlas Easiest explanation: Humans possess TWO occipital CONDYLES. The function of the occipital condyles is to articulate the SKULL REGION with the first vertebra of the vertebral column, which is known as the atlas.

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11.	Which of these bones is not a part of the coxal bone?(a) Ilium(b) Acromion(c) Ischium(d) PubisThis question was addressed to me in examination.My query is from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» CORRECT answer is (b) ACROMION The explanation: There are TWO coxal BONES present in the pelvic girdle. Each coxal bone is formed by the fusion of three bones present in the pelvic girdle- the ilium, the ischium and the pubis. The acromion is a part of the scapula.

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12.	‘F’ actin is a polymer of ‘G’ actins. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseI had been asked this question in examination.The doubt is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct CHOICE is (a) True For explanation I would SAY: ‘F’ actin is a POLYMER of ‘G’ or globular actins which are monomers. Two ‘F’ or filamentous actins are wound together in a helical manner to form the thin filament or the actin filament.

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13.	Which of these cells do not use pseudopodia?(a) Macrophages(b) Amoeba(c) Entamoeba histolytica(d) Sperm cellsThe question was posed to me in an interview for internship.The above asked question is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right CHOICE is (d) Sperm cells Explanation: ENTAMOEBA histolytica, amoeba and macrophages show amoeboid MOVEMENT. Hence, they MAKE use of pseudopodia to carry out their movement. However, sperm cells do not locomote USING pseudopodia.

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14.	Which disease increases the chance of fractures?(a) Tetany(b) Gout(c) Osteoporosis(d) Crohn’s DiseaseThe question was asked in a job interview.The question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right answer is (c) OSTEOPOROSIS Explanation: Osteoporosis leads to a reduction in bone mass and increases the chances of the patient getting FRACTURES. It is an age-related SKELETAL DISORDER. Crohn’s Disease is a DIGESTIVE disorder.

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15.	Which of these disorders lead to rapid spasms?(a) Gout(b) Myasthenia gravis(c) Muscular dystrophy(d) TetanyThe question was asked during an online interview.Question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System topic in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct answer is (d) Tetany To explain I would say: Tetany is a disorder of the muscular system characterized by rapid spasms or wild CONTRACTIONS. It occurs DUE to low concentrations of calcium ions in body fluids. Calcium ions PLAY an important role in muscle CONTRACTION.

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16.	What do joints act as during movement?(a) Effort(b) Lever(c) Fulcrum(d) LoadThis question was posed to me during a job interview.Question is taken from Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct answer is (C) Fulcrum Best explanation: Movement is generated INITIALLY by muscles. Muscles RECEIVE an impulse from the nervous system and contract. This force generated CARRIES out movement through joints, which act as fulcrums.

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17.	Which of these disorders lead to degeneration of skeletal muscles?(a) Muscular dystrophy(b) Gout(c) Tetany(d) OsteoporosisI had been asked this question in exam.This interesting question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right CHOICE is (a) MUSCULAR dystrophy The explanation: Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder of the muscular system. It leads to the progressive DEGENERATION of skeletal muscles and loss of muscle mass. The LIFE span of patients is OFTEN shortened.

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18.	Which of these is an example of gliding joint?(a) Knee joint(b) Between the carpals(c) Between carpal and metacarpal of thumb(d) Between atlas and axisThis question was addressed to me in an international level competition.Question is from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right choice is (B) Between the carpals Easy explanation: An example of hinge joint is the KNEE joint. Saddle joint is present between the carpal and metacarpal of THUMB. Pivot joint is present between atlas and axis. Gliding joint is present between the carpals.

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19.	Which of these are the point of contact between bones and cartilage?(a) Tendons(b) Ligaments(c) Joints(d) FasciaThis question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Asked question is from Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right CHOICE is (c) JOINTS The EXPLANATION: Joints are found between bones and between bones and cartilages. Hence, they are the points of CONTACT bones and cartilage. Ligaments attach BONE to bone while tendons attach bone to muscle.

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20.	Which property of muscles is used for locomotion?(a) Excitability(b) Contractility(c) Extensibility(d) ElasticityI had been asked this question by my college director while I was bunking the class.This question is from Types of Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» CORRECT answer is (B) Contractility The explanation is: The most common types of movements seen in cells of the human BODY are amoeboid, ciliary and MUSCULAR. Muscular movement relies on the contractile property of muscles, which is essential for locomotion.

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21.	Which of these structures are present on the scapula?(a) Tibia(b) Patella(c) Acromion(d) IschiumThis question was addressed to me in a job interview.This intriguing question originated from Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct answer is (C) ACROMION Explanation: The acromion is a flat, expanded process PRESENT on the SPINE of the scapula. The spine of the scapula is a SLIGHTLY elevated ridge which is present on the dorsal, flat and triangular body of the scapula.

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22.	Which of these statements is false regarding myasthenia gravis?(a) It affects neuromuscular junctions(b) It is a genetic disease(c) It results in fatigue(d) It leads to paralysis of skeletal musclesThis question was posed to me in final exam.My enquiry is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct option is (B) It is a genetic disease For explanation: Myasthenia GRAVIS is not a genetic disease. Rather, it is an AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER which affects neuromuscular junctions. It leads to FATIGUE, muscle weakness and paralysis of skeletal muscles.

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23.	Which of these is disorder of the muscular system?(a) Crohn’s Disease(b) Celiac Disease(c) Myasthenia gravis(d) GastroenteritisThis question was addressed to me during an interview.This interesting question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right option is (c) Myasthenia gravis Explanation: Myasthenia gravis is an AUTOIMMUNE disorder of the muscular SYSTEM which AFFECTS neuromuscular junctions. Crohn’s Disease, CELIAC Disease and gastroenteritis are disorders of the digestive system.

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24.	In which region is the sternum present?(a) Cervical(b) Lumbar(c) Thoracic(d) CoccygealI had been asked this question in a job interview.Asked question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct option is (c) Thoracic The best EXPLANATION: The sternum or the breast bone is present in the thoracic REGION. It is a flat bone that is present in the midline of the thorax. The sternum is present VENTRALLY in the body and helps in the attachment of ribs.

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25.	What is the central hollow portion of each vertebra known as?(a) Spinal canal(b) Vertebral canal(c) Neural canal(d) Axial canalThe question was asked by my college professor while I was bunking the class.This interesting question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct choice is (c) NEURAL canal The best I can explain: Humans POSSESS 26 vertebrae in the vertebral column. The central hollow PORTION of each vertebra of the vertebral column is known as the neural canal. The spinal cord passes through the neural canal.

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26.	Which of these statements is false regarding myofibrils?(a) The A band is also known as the light band(b) Myosin is parallel to the longitudinal axis of myofibril(c) Light bands contain actin(d) Anisotropic bands contain myosinI got this question in an interview for job.This key question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right answer is (a) The A band is ALSO KNOWN as the light band The BEST I can explain: Actin and MYOSIN lie parallel to the longitudinal axis of the MYOFIBRIL and also to each other. The A band or the anisotropic band or the dark band contains myosin while the light band contains actin.

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27.	Where does pseudopodia arise from?(a) Protoplasm(b) Nucleoplasm(c) Cell membrane(d) Nuclear membraneI have been asked this question during a job interview.My doubt is from Types of Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right option is (a) Protoplasm Easiest explanation: The most common types of MOVEMENTS seen in CELLS of the HUMAN body are amoeboid, ciliary and muscular. Amoeboid MOVEMENT is CARRIED out by pseudopodia, which are formed from the protoplasm.

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28.	Which of these systems do not influence locomotion?(a) Integumentary(b) Neural(c) Muscular(d) SkeletalThis question was addressed to me during an online exam.Question is taken from Types of Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» RIGHT choice is (a) Integumentary The explanation: The neural SYSTEM, the MUSCULAR system and the skeletal system influence locomotion and the coordinated ACTIVITY of these systems is required for locomotion. The integumentary system does not influence it.

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29.	Epithelia of the trachea show ciliary movement. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked in my homework.The query is from Types of Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right answer is (a) True The EXPLANATION: The INNER surface of the TRACHEA is LINED by ciliary epithelium. Ciliary epithelium shows ciliary movement. This movement drives the dust particles which are inhaled by us, AWAY from the lungs.

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30.	Which blood corpuscle exhibits amoeboid locomotion?(a) Erythrocytes(b) Leucocytes(c) Thrombocytes(d) Blood plateletsThe question was posed to me in an international level competition.Enquiry is from Types of Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct option is (b) Leucocytes The EXPLANATION is: The three types of BLOOD corpuscles are ERYTHROCYTES or red blood CELLS, leucocytes or white blood cells and thrombocytes or blood PLATELETS. Leucocytes or white blood cells show amoeboid movement.

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31.	Which of these cells show amoeboid movement?(a) Macrophages(b) Ciliated epithelia(c) Columnar epithelia(d) Squamous epitheliaI had been asked this question in an online interview.Asked question is from Types of Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right ANSWER is (a) Macrophages The explanation is: Macrophages show AMOEBOID movement. They can be found in BLOOD as well as in various tissues of the body. Epithelia do not USUALLY show such movement. Ciliated epithelia show ciliary movement.

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32.	Which of these disorders affect the neuromuscular junction?(a) Arthritis(b) Osteoporosis(c) Myasthenia gravis(d) GoutI got this question by my school principal while I was bunking the class.My doubt is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct choice is (c) Myasthenia gravis The explanation: Myasthenia gravis is an AUTOIMMUNE DISORDER which AFFECTS neuromuscular JUNCTIONS. It LEADS to various degrees of weakness in skeletal muscles. The onset of myasthenia gravis can be sudden.

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33.	What percentage of body weight of an adult human is contributed by muscles?(a) 20-30%(b) 10-20%(c) 40-50%(d) 30-40%This question was addressed to me in a national level competition.The doubt is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right ANSWER is (c) 40-50% The best EXPLANATION: 40-50% of the TOTAL body weight of an adult HUMAN is CONTRIBUTED by muscles. Muscles are required for numerous processes of the body in order to survive and locomote. They are of mesodermal origin.

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34.	Which of these statements is not true regarding skeletal muscles?(a) They are also called voluntary muscles(b) They help in the movement of food through the oesophagus(c) They have striations(d) They are involved in changing of body postureThe question was posed to me in an internship interview.Asked question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct choice is (b) They help in the movement of food through the OESOPHAGUS For explanation: Skeletal muscles are also KNOWN as VOLUNTARY muscles. They have striations and are also known as STRIATED muscles. They are involved in changing of body POSTURE but not in the movement of food through the oesophagus.

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35.	The presence of what makes the matrix of bones hard?(a) Phosphate salts(b) Chondroitin salts(c) Calcium salts(d) Sodium saltsThe question was asked in an interview.This interesting question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct option is (c) Calcium salts Explanation: The BONES and cartilages that make up our skeletal system are specialised CONNECTIVE tissues. The MATRIX of bones is hard due to the presence of calcium salts, while that of cartilage is SLIGHTLY pliable.

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36.	How many facial bones does the skull possess?(a) 22(b) 8(c) 12(d) 14I have been asked this question in an interview for job.My question is from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» RIGHT CHOICE is (d) 14 The best explanation: The SKULL is made up of 22 bones. These bones are classified into two CATEGORIES- the cranial bones and the facial bones. There are 8 cranial bones and 22 facial bones. The facial bones form the front part of the skull.

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37.	Which of these statements is false regarding white fibres of muscle?(a) They contain a large number of sarcoplasmic reticula(b) They derive energy from aerobic processes(c) They are not rich in myoglobin(d) They contain fewer mitochondria than red fibresThis question was posed to me by my school teacher while I was bunking the class.Question is taken from Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct answer is (b) They derive energy from aerobic processes Easiest explanation: Muscles contain red FIBRES and WHITE fibres. The white fibres are RICH in sarcoplasmic reticulum. They contain a SMALL number of mitochondria and myoglobin. They derive energy from anaerobic processes.

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38.	What is present in the centre of each ‘I’ band?(a) ‘H’ line(b) ‘A’ line(c) ‘M’ line(d) ‘Z’ lineI got this question during an interview.The above asked question is from Locomotion & Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» CORRECT option is (d) ‘Z’ LINE The best explanation: The ‘I’ band or the isotropic band is also known as the light band. It contains the protein actin. The ‘Z’ line is PRESENT in the centre of each ‘I’ band which bisects it. The ‘Z’ line is an ELASTIC fibre.

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39.	How many bones do we have?(a) 273(b) 270(c) 206(d) 201I have been asked this question in homework.My question comes from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct option is (B) 270 Explanation: The human body has 206 bones. HOWEVER, at birth, the human body POSSESSES 270 bones. As we grow up, some of the bones fuse together and hence the number of bones decreases from 270 to 206.

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40.	Which of these joints permit limited movement?(a) Hinge joints(b) Ball and socket joints(c) Fibrous joints(d) Cartilaginous jointsI have been asked this question during an internship interview.Question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» RIGHT option is (d) Cartilaginous joints The explanation: Cartilaginous joints permit LIMITED movement, such as the cartilaginous joints present between adjacent vertebrae of the vertebral COLUMN. FIBROUS joints do not allow any movement, such as in the skull bones.

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41.	Which organelle is abundant in red fibres of muscles?(a) Sarcoplasmic reticulum(b) Nuclei(c) Mitochondria(d) PeroxisomesThis question was addressed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Origin of the question is Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» CORRECT choice is (c) Mitochondria For explanation I would say: RED fibres of muscle are RICH in mitochondria as produce energy in the form of ATP. Red fibres are also rich in myoglobin, which is a red coloured PROTEIN that has the function of oxygen storage.

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42.	Why does the repeated activation of the muscles cause fatigue?(a) Due to the aerobic breakdown of glycogen(b) Due to the breakdown of glucose(c) Due to glycogen formation(d) Due to lactic acid accumulationThis question was posed to me in an online quiz.My query is from Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The CORRECT CHOICE is (d) Due to lactic acid accumulation To explain: The repeated activation of the muscles leads to the anaerobic breakdown of GLYCOGEN. This takes PLACE due to the unavailability of oxygen. This RESULTS in the formation of lactic acid, which accumulates and causes fatigue.

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43.	What does the A band of a myofibril contain?(a) Troponin(b) Actin(c) Myosin(d) TropomyosinI had been asked this question during an interview for a job.The origin of the question is Locomotion & Movement topic in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The CORRECT option is (c) Myosin The EXPLANATION is: The A band or anisotropic band contains the protein myosin. The A band is also KNOWN as the dark band. The light BANDS, also called the I bands or the ISOTROPIC bands contain the protein actin.

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44.	Which of these structures are involved in amoeboid movement?(a) Cilia(b) Pili(c) Microfilaments(d) FlagellaThis question was posed to me during an internship interview.This key question is from Types of Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Right CHOICE is (c) Microfilaments Explanation: The most common types of movements seen in cells of the human body are amoeboid, ciliary and muscular. Amoeboid MOVEMENT makes USE of pseudopodia and cytoskeletal ELEMENTS such as microfilaments.

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45.	Which of these is not a type of movement mainly shown by cells of the human body?(a) Amoeboid(b) Ciliary(c) Flagellar(d) MuscularI have been asked this question in an online interview.The above asked question is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct choice is (c) Flagellar The best EXPLANATION: The human body has VARIOUS types of cells which perform various functions. The most COMMON types of MOVEMENTS seen are amoeboid, ciliary and muscular. Flagellar locomotion is rare in human cells.

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46.	Which of these constitute a motor unit?(a) Motor neuron + muscle fibres(b) Motor neuron + fascia(c) Motor neuron + muscle(d) Motor neuron + muscle bundleI had been asked this question during an online interview.The origin of the question is Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» RIGHT option is (a) Motor neuron + MUSCLE FIBRES The best explanation: Muscle fibres connected to a motor neuron make up a motor unit. The motor neuron CARRIES an impulse from the CNS or the central nervous SYSTEM which stimulates the muscle to contract.

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47.	Which of these is not a characteristic of cardiac muscles?(a) They work continuously(b) They are branched(c) They are not striated(d) They are involuntaryThe question was posed to me in exam.Enquiry is from Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct choice is (c) They are not striated Best explanation: Cardiac muscles are the muscles of the HEART. Cardiac muscles are involuntary muscles that work continuously to pump blood THROUGHOUT the body. They are BRANCHED and are striated in appearance.

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48.	Which of these structures is used to carry out amoeboid movement?(a) Pili(b) Flagella(c) Pseudopodia(d) CiliaThe question was posed to me during an online interview.I want to ask this question from Types of Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» The correct option is (c) Pseudopodia Explanation: The human body has VARIOUS TYPES of cells which PERFORM various functions. The most COMMON types of movements seen are amoeboid, ciliary and muscular. Amoeboid movement is carried out by pseudopodia.

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49.	What type of joint is present between adjacent vertebrae?(a) Pivot joint(b) Fibrous joint(c) Cartilaginous joint(d) Gliding jointThis question was posed to me by my college director while I was bunking the class.Asked question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct choice is (c) Cartilaginous JOINT To explain: Cartilaginous joint is PRESENT between adjacent vertebrae. These joints are CHARACTERIZED by the presence of cartilage. Cartilaginous joints permit limited movement of the BODY PART.

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50.	The 10^th pair of ribs is known as floating ribs. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseI have been asked this question in an internship interview.The above asked question is from Locomotion & Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11
Answer» Correct ANSWER is (b) False Best EXPLANATION: The HUMAN BODY has 12 pairs of ribs. The 8^th, 9^th and 10^th pairs of ribs are known as false ribs as they join with the SEVENTH rib with the help of hyaline cartilage. The 11^th and the 12^th pairs are the floating ribs.

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In synovial joints, bones are joined together with the help of cartilages. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseThe question was posed to me during an online interview.My query is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

How many true ribs are present in the human body?(a) 7 pairs(b) 8 pairs(c) 9 pairs(d) 10 pairsThe question was asked during an interview for a job.I'm obligated to ask this question of Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

What does acetylcholine generate in the sarcolemma?(a) Resting potential(b) Graded potential(c) Action potential(d) Membrane potentialI had been asked this question in an interview for internship.My question is from Locomotion & Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

What type of tissue is cartilage?(a) Muscular(b) Epithelial(c) Connective(d) NervousI have been asked this question in unit test.My question is taken from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

How many types of movement do the cells of the human body exhibit?(a) 4(b) 1(c) 2(d) 3I had been asked this question during an interview.My doubt is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which vertebra articulates with the occipital condyles?(a) Atlas(b) Axis(c) Sacral vertebra(d) Coccygeal vertebraThe question was posed to me during an interview for a job.This is a very interesting question from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these bones is not a part of the coxal bone?(a) Ilium(b) Acromion(c) Ischium(d) PubisThis question was addressed to me in examination.My query is from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

‘F’ actin is a polymer of ‘G’ actins. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseI had been asked this question in examination.The doubt is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these cells do not use pseudopodia?(a) Macrophages(b) Amoeba(c) Entamoeba histolytica(d) Sperm cellsThe question was posed to me in an interview for internship.The above asked question is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which disease increases the chance of fractures?(a) Tetany(b) Gout(c) Osteoporosis(d) Crohn’s DiseaseThe question was asked in a job interview.The question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these disorders lead to rapid spasms?(a) Gout(b) Myasthenia gravis(c) Muscular dystrophy(d) TetanyThe question was asked during an online interview.Question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System topic in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

What do joints act as during movement?(a) Effort(b) Lever(c) Fulcrum(d) LoadThis question was posed to me during a job interview.Question is taken from Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these disorders lead to degeneration of skeletal muscles?(a) Muscular dystrophy(b) Gout(c) Tetany(d) OsteoporosisI had been asked this question in exam.This interesting question is from Disorders in Muscular and Skeletal System in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these are the point of contact between bones and cartilage?(a) Tendons(b) Ligaments(c) Joints(d) FasciaThis question was posed to me by my college professor while I was bunking the class.Asked question is from Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these structures are present on the scapula?(a) Tibia(b) Patella(c) Acromion(d) IschiumThis question was addressed to me in a job interview.This intriguing question originated from Locomotion & Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

In which region is the sternum present?(a) Cervical(b) Lumbar(c) Thoracic(d) CoccygealI had been asked this question in a job interview.Asked question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Where does pseudopodia arise from?(a) Protoplasm(b) Nucleoplasm(c) Cell membrane(d) Nuclear membraneI have been asked this question during a job interview.My doubt is from Types of Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these systems do not influence locomotion?(a) Integumentary(b) Neural(c) Muscular(d) SkeletalThis question was addressed to me during an online exam.Question is taken from Types of Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Epithelia of the trachea show ciliary movement. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseThe question was asked in my homework.The query is from Types of Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which blood corpuscle exhibits amoeboid locomotion?(a) Erythrocytes(b) Leucocytes(c) Thrombocytes(d) Blood plateletsThe question was posed to me in an international level competition.Enquiry is from Types of Movement in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these cells show amoeboid movement?(a) Macrophages(b) Ciliated epithelia(c) Columnar epithelia(d) Squamous epitheliaI had been asked this question in an online interview.Asked question is from Types of Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

What percentage of body weight of an adult human is contributed by muscles?(a) 20-30%(b) 10-20%(c) 40-50%(d) 30-40%This question was addressed to me in a national level competition.The doubt is from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

The presence of what makes the matrix of bones hard?(a) Phosphate salts(b) Chondroitin salts(c) Calcium salts(d) Sodium saltsThe question was asked in an interview.This interesting question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

How many facial bones does the skull possess?(a) 22(b) 8(c) 12(d) 14I have been asked this question in an interview for job.My question is from Locomotion & Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

What is present in the centre of each ‘I’ band?(a) ‘H’ line(b) ‘A’ line(c) ‘M’ line(d) ‘Z’ lineI got this question during an interview.The above asked question is from Locomotion & Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

How many bones do we have?(a) 273(b) 270(c) 206(d) 201I have been asked this question in homework.My question comes from Locomotion & Movement in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these joints permit limited movement?(a) Hinge joints(b) Ball and socket joints(c) Fibrous joints(d) Cartilaginous jointsI have been asked this question during an internship interview.Question is from Locomotion & Movement topic in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

What does the A band of a myofibril contain?(a) Troponin(b) Actin(c) Myosin(d) TropomyosinI had been asked this question during an interview for a job.The origin of the question is Locomotion & Movement topic in chapter Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these structures are involved in amoeboid movement?(a) Cilia(b) Pili(c) Microfilaments(d) FlagellaThis question was posed to me during an internship interview.This key question is from Types of Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these is not a type of movement mainly shown by cells of the human body?(a) Amoeboid(b) Ciliary(c) Flagellar(d) MuscularI have been asked this question in an online interview.The above asked question is from Types of Movement in division Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these is not a characteristic of cardiac muscles?(a) They work continuously(b) They are branched(c) They are not striated(d) They are involuntaryThe question was posed to me in exam.Enquiry is from Locomotion & Movement topic in section Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

Which of these structures is used to carry out amoeboid movement?(a) Pili(b) Flagella(c) Pseudopodia(d) CiliaThe question was posed to me during an online interview.I want to ask this question from Types of Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11

The 10^th pair of ribs is known as floating ribs. True or false?(a) True(b) FalseI have been asked this question in an internship interview.The above asked question is from Locomotion & Movement in portion Locomotion and Movement of Biology – Class 11