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Komodo Dragons
Consider the following statements about ‘Komodo Dragons’:
- It is a species of lizard that is endemic to Atacama deserts.
- It is listed as ‘Critically Endangered’ as per the IUCN list.
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
A |
Only 1
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B |
Only 2
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C |
Both 1 and 2
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D |
Neither 1 nor 2
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Your Ans is
Right ans is D
Your Answer Is Correct
Your Answer Is Wrong
Explanation :
- Komodo dragons are endemic to islands of Indonesia only.
- It is listed as ‘Vulnerable’ as per the IUCN.
About Atacama Deserts
- It is present in South America and is the driest place on the earth with rainfall less than 2cm. Komodo dragons are not endemic to South America. Hence, statement 1 is incorrect.
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