Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Organisms and Populations

Question:

Which combination of terms correctly refers to exotic species?

I introduced species

II. alien species

III. non-indigenous species

IV. non-native species

Choose the correct combination.

Options:

I, II and III

II, III and IV

I, III and IV

I, II, III and IV

Correct Answer:

I, II, III and IV

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4)-I, II, III and IV 

Exotic species are also called introduced species, alien species, non-indigenous species, and non-native species.

  • Introduced species are species that have been intentionally or unintentionally brought into an area outside of their natural range.
  • Alien species are species that are not native to a particular area.
  • Non-indigenous species are species that are not native to a particular area and have been introduced by humans.
  • Non-native species are species that are not native to a particular area and have been introduced by humans.

Therefore, all of the options are correct.