Question

Number of cervical vertebrae in camel is

• A. more than that of rabbit
• B. less than that of rabbit
• C. same as that of whale
• D. more than that of horse.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

To solve the question of whether the number of cervical vertebrae in camels is more than, less than, or the same as that of rabbits, whales, and horses, we need to understand the biological concept regarding the cervical vertebrae among mammals.

The cervical vertebrae, which make up the neck portion of the spine in mammals, are generally consistent across most mammalian species. The majority of mammals, regardless of their size, have seven cervical vertebrae. This includes camels, rabbits, horses, and whales.

Let's analyze the options provided:

1. More than that of rabbit: This is incorrect because both camels and rabbits have the same number of cervical vertebrae, which is seven.
2. Less than that of rabbit: This is also incorrect for the same reason as above.
3. Same as that of whale: This is correct. Camels, like whales and most other mammals, have seven cervical vertebrae.
4. More than that of horse: This is incorrect because horses also have seven cervical vertebrae, the same as camels.

Therefore, the correct answer is: same as that of whale.