Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Kingdom Fungi? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Kingdom Fungi?
A. Autotrophic nutrition
B. Cell wall of chitin
C. Multicellular (except yeast) and filamentous
D. Heterotrophic nutrition
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Fungi are heterotrophic organisms; they cannot perform photosynthesis because they lack chlorophyll and chloroplasts. They obtain nutrients through absorption after extracellular digestion (saprophytic or parasitic). The cell wall contains chitin, and most are multicellular with a filamentous body (mycelium), though yeasts are unicellular. Thus, autotrophy is not a fungal characteristic.

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Consider statements about human nutrition: 1. A balanced diet contains all essential nutrients. 2. Malnutrition can be caused by overeating. 3. Water is not a nutrient. Which are correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
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A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
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In the light reaction of photosynthesis, which photosystem is involved in the photolysis of water?
A. Photosystem I (PSI)
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Correct Answer: Option C


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