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Match List I with List II :
| List - I | List - II | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| A. | Pterophyllum | I. | Hag fish |
| B. | Myxine | II. | Saw fish |
| C. | Pristis | III. | Angel fish |
| D. | Exocoetus | IV. | Flying fish |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
- AA-II, B-I, C-IIII, D-IV
- BA-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV
- CA-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
- DA-III, B-II, C-I, D-IV
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Correct answer: B
Let's analyze the match between the items in List I and those in List II. We will specifically address the scientific names provided in List I and match them with their common names given in List II:
List I (Scientific Names) with List II (Common Names):
- Pterophyllum (A) -> Angel fish (III): Pterophyllum is the scientific name for a type of cichlid commonly called angel fish. Therefore, A matches with III.
- Myxine (B) -> Hag fish (I): Myxine is the genus for hagfish, which are known for their slime-producing capability. Hence, B matches with I.
- Pristis (C) -> Saw fish (II): Pristis is the genus comprising the sawfishes, which are known for their long, saw-like rostrums. Consequently, C matches with II.
- Exocoetus (D) -> Flying fish (IV): Exocoetus is a genus of marine fish known as flying fish, due to their ability to glide above the water's surface for short distances. Therefore, D matches with IV.
Now, compiling these matches together:
- A - III
- B - I
- C - II
- D - IV
The correct option that matches each scientific name with their respective common names accordingly is:
Option B:
A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV
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