Biology Chapter: Modes of Reproduction
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What term describes the transfer of pollen within the same flower?

  • Biological pollination
  • Self-pollination (correct)
  • Cross-pollination
  • Cross-fertilization

    • What is the term for the growth of a tube that allows pollen to reach the ovary?

  • Fertilization path
  • Germination tube
  • Pollen tube (correct)
  • Stamen conduit

    • What develops into a seed after fertilization?

  • Ovum
  • Zygote (correct)
  • Ovary
  • Pollen grain

    • Which of the following agents is NOT commonly associated with cross-pollination?

    <p>Gravity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During the process of germination, what conditions are important for seeds?

    <p>Right moisture levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to flower parts like petals and stigma after fruit formation?

    <p>They shrivel and fall off</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be said about the changes that occur in humans as they grow older?

    <p>They are linked to the process of growth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step in the sexual mode of reproduction in humans?

    <p>Development of reproductive organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of mechanical barrier contraceptives?

    <p>They prevent sperm from reaching the egg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one reason complex organisms do not reproduce through regeneration?

    <p>They have more complex cellular structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential side effect of hormonal contraceptives?

    <p>Hormonal imbalances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is DNA copying essential for reproduction?

    <p>It allows for the introduction of variations in populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the male reproductive tract be surgically altered to prevent fertilization?

    <p>By blocking the vas deferens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can result from illegal sex-selective abortions?

    <p>Declining female-male sex ratio.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In sexual reproduction, what is a significant advantage of combining DNA from two individuals?

    <p>It creates novel combinations of genetic variants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limitation is associated with asexual reproduction?

    <p>It does not involve genetic variation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the decline in the child sex ratio indicate?

    <p>Prevalence of female foeticide.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor is more crucial for poor living standards than population size?

    <p>Societal inequality.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the accuracy of DNA copying affect variation in populations?

    <p>Less accurate copying could lead to harmful variants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant outcome of sexual reproduction compared to asexual reproduction?

    <p>Increased genetic diversity in the population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method is used to prevent pregnancy by irritating the uterus?

    <p>Copper-T device.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What could happen to a population of reproducing organisms if their niche is drastically altered?

    <p>The population could potentially be wiped out.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary advantage of variation in a population of organisms?

    <p>It increases the likelihood of survival against environmental changes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of DNA copying errors in sexual reproduction?

    <p>It can introduce useful variations within a population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the major concerns regarding human population growth?

    <p>Difficulty in improving living standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might organisms evolve more complex reproductive modes like sexual reproduction?

    <p>To increase genetic diversity and adaptability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does fission occur in unicellular organisms?

    <p>By enlarging and then splitting into two equal halves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario would a few variants of bacteria have the best chance of survival?

    <p>When temperatures rise significantly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which mode of reproduction is primarily associated with organisms like Amoeba?

    <p>Fission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the effect of global warming on bacteria living in temperate waters?

    <p>Most bacteria may perish while a few heat-resistant variants could survive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is variation not necessarily beneficial for individual organisms?

    <p>It can lead to greater competition among individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fission occurs in Leishmania, and how is it characterized?

    <p>Binary fission, with definite orientation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one observable method to study yeast growth?

    <p>By keeping it in a warm environment with sugar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organisms reproduces by multiple fission?

    <p>Plasmodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reproductive method used by Spirogyra?

    <p>Fragmentation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about multi-cellular organisms is true?

    <p>They require more complex methods of reproduction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about specialized cells in multi-cellular organisms?

    <p>They are organized into tissues and organs for specific functions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do yeast cells reproduce?

    <p>Budding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why can't all multi-cellular organisms reproduce by simple cell division?

    <p>They have a complex organization that requires specific tissue placement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method of reproduction is associated with the organism Plasmodium?

    <p>Multiple fission resulting in many daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key reason that DNA copies generated during cell division may not be identical?

    <p>Variations can occur during the copying reactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a newborn cell if its DNA copy cannot function with its inherited cellular apparatus?

    <p>It simply dies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the consistency of DNA copying affect populations of species?

    <p>It is essential for maintaining body design features.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What implications do minor variations in DNA have for evolution?

    <p>They drive the potential for evolutionary adaptations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way can environmental changes impact species filling their niches?

    <p>They can alter the stability of the ecosystem.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary function of the additional cellular apparatus created during DNA copying?

    <p>To facilitate cellular division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the inbuilt tendency for variation during reproduction play in life on Earth?

    <p>It serves as a basis for evolution.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What may happen to niches if there are drastic environmental changes?

    <p>They may change or disappear.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Modes of Reproduction

    • Reproduction is crucial for organisms to create new individuals, unlike other life processes that maintain individual health.
    • Reproduction is necessary for maintaining species numbers and consistency of body design traits.
    • Organisms reproduce to create new individuals that resemble themselves.

    DNA Copying and Variation

    • Reproduction starts with creating a copy of DNA, the blueprint for body structure and function.
    • DNA copying is crucial for accurate reproduction of body designs.
    • Mistakes in DNA copying create variations.
    • Some variations are subtle; some are drastic and make the new DNA copy useless.
    • Variation is essential for survival if environmental conditions change.

    Modes of Reproduction

    • Single-celled organisms reproduce through fission.
    • Some single-celled organisms reproduce through multiple fission.
    • Multi-celled organisms reproduce through processes like budding, fragmentation, or regeneration.
    • Budding involves creating a new organism as an outgrowth on the parent.
    • Fragmentation involves breaking the parent into parts that grow into new individuals.
    • Regeneration involves the ability to replace or regrow lost body parts.

    Vegetative Propagation

    • In some plants, roots, stems, and leaves can grow into new plants under appropriate conditions.
    • Vegetative propagation creates genetically similar individuals to the parent plant.

    Spore Formation

    • Spores are specialized reproductive parts found in some organisms.
    • Spores enable the organism to reproduce without needing a partner by creating a new organism.
    • These are found in many single-cell and some multi-cell organisms.

    Sexual Reproduction

    • Involves fertilization of two individuals with new germ cells (male and female).
    • This process ensures greater variation.
    • Involving two individuals ensures creation of varied combinations of genes.
    • Sexual reproduction is more complex than asexual reproduction in multi-celled organisms.

    Flowering Plants

    • Reproduction in flowering plants involves the transfer of male pollen to the female parts of the flower (pollination).
    • After pollination, fertilization occurs, creating seeds and later fruit.

    Humans

    • Human sexual reproduction involves the production of sperm (male) and eggs (female).
    • Sexual maturation occurs in puberty leading to physical and physiological changes.
    • Sexual maturation creates traits that enable participation in the sexual act.
    • The reproductive organs enable the union of sperm and egg, and the development of the fertilized egg for reproduction.
    • Contraceptive methods exist to prevent pregnancy.

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