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Biology NEET Full Syllabus Mock Test 180 Questions New Syllabus Mock Test - 15 PCB Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 12, 2026

Select the option which contains only incorrect statements regarding reptiles.

Class Reptilia includes exclusively terrestrial animals.
A, B and D

Their body is covered by dry and cornified skin.
A and C only

They have external ear openings.
A, C and E

They are poikilotherms.
(E) Lizards shed their scales as skin cast.
C and E only

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The correct answer is:

• Reptilia aren't exclusively terrestrial (e.g., turtles, crocodiles, sea snakes are aquatic/semi-aquatic).

• Skin is dry and cornified with epidermal scales.
Reptiles do not have external ear openings.

• Reptiles are poikilothermic (ectothermic).
Lizards and snakes shed skin as skin casts.

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