Question
Biology Question on Biodiversity and Conservation
With respect to Eichorrnia: Statement X : It drains off Oxygen from water and is seen growing in standing water. Statement Y : It is an indigenous species of our country
A
Only statement X is correct and Y is wrong
B
Both statements X and Y are correct
C
Only statement Y is correct and X is wrong
D
Both statements X and Y are wrong.
Answer
Only statement X is correct and Y is wrong
Explanation
Solution
Eichhornia is an alien or exotic species. This plant was introduced in India because of its beautiful flowers and shape of leaves. It can propagate vegetatively at a phenomenal rate and spread all over the water body in a short period of time. It drains off oxygen from water, which leads to death of fishes. It is also known as ?Terror of Bengal?.