LOYOLA COLLEGE (AUTONOMOUS), CHENNAI – 600 034
M.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION – ZOOLOGY
FIRST SEMESTER – APRIL 2012
ZO 1816 – ADVANCED DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY
Date : 02-05-2012 Dept. No. Max. : 100 Marks
Time : 9:00 – 12:00
Part A
Answer ALL the questions: (10×2=20 Marks)
- What is spermiogenesis?
- Differentiate previtellogenesis from vitellogenesis.
- Comment on nurse cells.
- Explain fertilizin and antifertilizin reactions.
- Define neotony.
- What is fate map?
- Comment on neural crest cells.
- Explain foetal membranes.
- Comment on chemo-differentiation.
- What is involution?
Part B
Answer any FOUR questions: (4×10=40 Marks)
- Write notes on the ultra structural organization of spermatozoa.
- Explain natural parthenogenesis.
- Describe Exogastrulation.
- Give an account on ecto, endo and meso dermal derivatives.
- Explain aging and the developmental potential.
- Describe the extra embryonic membranes of chick.
Part C
Answer any TWO questions: (2×20=40 Marks)
- Write an essay on oogenesis.
- Give an account on test tube baby.
- Describe Spemann’s primary and secondary organizers.
- Explain prenatal diagnosis.
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