Question:

Which one of the following items gives its correct total number?

Updated On: May 17, 2024
  • types of diabetes-3
  • cervical vertebrae in humans-8
  • floating ribs in humans-4
  • amino acids found in proteins-16.
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The Correct Option is C

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There are twelve pairs of ribs which form the bony lateral walls of the thoracic cage. The first seven pairs are called true ribs; eight, ninth and tenth pairs are called false ribs. The last two pairs of ribs are called floating ribs because their anterior ends are not attached either to the sternum or the cartilage of another rib. The floating ribs protect the kidneys.
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Locomotion and Movement

Locomotion

The movement of a creature from one place to another is known as locomotion. During the process, there is the action of appendages such as wings, limbs, and flagella. In some animals, like fish, whales, and sharks, locomotion upshots from a wave-like series of muscle contractions. Locomotion helps an organism in finding their food, avoid harsh weather conditions, escape from their predators, etc.

Some examples of locomotion are walking, running, swimming, etc. Movement, on the other hand, refers to any type of motion that need not be localized.

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Movement 

Movement is generally described as a state of changing the position from rest to motion or vice-versa. Movement can be both voluntary movement and involuntary movement. Movement helps an organism perform essential functions, such as pumping blood to the different parts of the body, etc.

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