The phenomenon whereby the female gamete undergoes development to form new
organisms without fertilisation in some organisms like rotifers, honeybees, some lizards
and birds is called:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. parthenogenesis
- Parthenogenesis is a mode of reproduction in which an egg is developed into an embryo without being fertilized by a sperm.
- Sexual reproduction- Mode of reproduction in which male and female gamete fuse to form a zygote. Humans and mammals undergo sexual reproduction.
- Asexual reproduction- Mode of reproduction in which only one organism is involved. Amoeba, SPonges, ants, and reptiles undergo asexual reproduction.