1. Which of the following is a characteristic of sexual reproduction?
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a :
It produces genetically identical offspring
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b :
It requires only one parent
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c :
It involves the fusion of gametes
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d :
It occurs only in higher animals
Correct Answer: c [It involves the fusion of gametes]
2. In which of the following animals does fertilization occur outside the body?
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a :
Humans
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b :
Birds
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c :
Fish
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d :
Insects
Correct Answer: d [Insects]
3. What is the function of the placenta in mammals?
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a :
To nourish the embryo
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b :
To eliminate waste products
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c :
To protect the embryo from predators
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d :
To provide oxygen to the embryo
Correct Answer: a [ To nourish the embryo]
4. In which of the following animals does external fertilization occur?
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a :
Dogs
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b :
Snakes
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c :
Fish
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d :
Monkeys
Correct Answer: c [Fish]
5. Which of the following structures is responsible for producing sperm in males?
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a :
Ovary
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b :
Testis
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c :
Uterus
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d :
Vas deferens
Correct Answer: b [Testis]
6. Which of the following is an example of asexual reproduction?
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a :
Fertilization
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b :
Budding
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c :
Meiosis
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d :
Sexual dimorphism
Correct Answer: b [Budding]
7. What is the function of the epididymis in males?
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a :
To produce sperm
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b :
To store sperm
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c :
To transport sperm to the urethra
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d :
To produce testosterone
Correct Answer: b [To store sperm]
8. Which of the following is a method of asexual reproduction in plants?
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a :
Pollination
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b :
Fertilization
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c :
Vegetative propagation
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d :
Seed dispersal
Correct Answer: c [Vegetative propagation]
9. Which of the following structures is responsible for producing eggs in females?
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a :
Testis
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b :
Ovary
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c :
Uterus
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d :
Vagina
Correct Answer: b [Ovary]
10. In which of the following animals does parthenogenesis occur?
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a :
Humans
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b :
Birds
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c :
Lizards
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d :
Fish
Correct Answer: c [Lizards]
