Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)
Campbell Biology in Focus (2nd Edition)
2nd Edition
ISBN: 9780321962751
Author: Lisa A. Urry, Michael L. Cain, Steven A. Wasserman, Peter V. Minorsky, Jane B. Reece
Publisher: PEARSON
bartleby

Videos

Question
Book Icon
Chapter 36, Problem 1TYU
Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Parthenogenesis is a mode of asexual reproduction in which an egg develops into an embryo without fertilization.

Expert Solution & Answer
Check Mark

Answer to Problem 1TYU

Correct answer:

Only a single parent is required for parthenogenesis, as fertilization is not needed. Hence, fertilization is not required for the development of an egg into an embryo. Therefore, option (D) is correct.

Explanation of Solution

Reason for the correct statement:

Parthenogenesis is observed in lower plants and animals. The egg or gamete produced by the female develops into a complete organism without fusion with the male gamete.

Option (D) is given as “An egg develops without being fertilized”.

“In parthenogenesis, an egg develops without being fertilized”. Thus, it is the right answer.

Hence, option (D) is correct.

Reasons for the incorrect statements:

Option (A) is given as “An individual may change its sex”.

An individual changing its sex is not parthenogenesis; it is called sequential hermaphroditism. Therefore, it is a wrong answer.

Option (B) is given as “Groups of cells grow into new individual”.

In parthenogenesis, a single egg develops into a complete organism, not from the groups of cells. Therefore, it is the wrong answer.

Option (C) is given as “An organism is first a male and then a female”.

An organism that develops as a male, and then develops into a female is called a protandrous hermaphrodite. Therefore, it is the wrong answer.

Hence, options (A), (B) and (C) are incorrect.

Conclusion

Parthenogenesis is an asexual mode of reproduction in which an organism develops from an unfertilized egg.

Want to see more full solutions like this?

Subscribe now to access step-by-step solutions to millions of textbook problems written by subject matter experts!
Students have asked these similar questions
Identify the indicated cavity (Fucus). a. antheridia b. conceptacel c. receptacle d. oogonium e. none of these
Identify the indicated structure (Saprolegnia). a. antheridium O b. oospore c.sperm d. auxospore e. tetraspore Of. zygospore
Using information from the primary literature (several references have been provided as a starting point below) please answer the following question: Based on your review of the literature on rewilding, what are the major scientific pros and cons for rewilding?   Please note that the focus of this assignment are the (biological) scientific issues associated with rewilding. As will be discussed in class, there are a number of non-scientific issues involved or implicated in rewilding, all ultimately affecting the public acceptability of rewilding. Although these issues are important – indeed, critical – in this assignment you should focus on the biological science issues and questions.   Details: You must enumerate at least two pros and at least two cons. Your answer should be no more than 500 well-chosen words, excluding references. Think carefully about how best to organize and structure your answer. Aim for high information density: say a lot, but say it succinctly. Recall Nietzche’s…
Knowledge Booster
Background pattern image
Biology
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.
Similar questions
SEE MORE QUESTIONS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Concepts of Biology
Biology
ISBN:9781938168116
Author:Samantha Fowler, Rebecca Roush, James Wise
Publisher:OpenStax College
Text book image
Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305112100
Author:Cecie Starr, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Essentials Of Human Development
Biology
ISBN:9781285647357
Author:Kail
Publisher:Cengage
Text book image
Body Structures & Functions Updated
Biology
ISBN:9780357191606
Author:Scott
Publisher:Cengage
Text book image
Body Structures & Functions
Biology
ISBN:9781285695495
Author:Scott
Publisher:Cengage
Text book image
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Embryology | Fertilization, Cleavage, Blastulation; Author: Ninja Nerd;https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-KF0rnhKTU;License: Standard YouTube License, CC-BY