Biology Chapter: Reproduction in Living Organisms

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What is a defining characteristic of all living organisms?

The ability to communicate

The ability to photosynthesize

The ability to move independently

The ability to reproduce (correct)

Which of these describes the process of reproduction?

The process by which an organism adapts to its environment

The process by which an organism obtains energy

The process of an organism growing larger

The process by which an organism produces offspring (correct)

What is one reason why reproduction is important?

To ensure the survival of a species (correct)

To allow organisms to compete for resources

To help organisms find food

To help organisms escape predators

Which of the following is NOT considered a living organism?

A rock (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these processes is NOT directly related to reproduction?

Photosynthesis (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for flowering plants?

angiosperms (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between monocots and dicots?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the structure that contains the female gametes?

ovary (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the pollen tube?

To transport pollen grains to the ovule (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between a perfect flower and an imperfect flower?

A perfect flower has both male and female parts, while an imperfect flower only has one or the other. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the fusion of male and female gametes to form a zygote?

fertilization (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the stigma?

To receive pollen grains (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between sexual and asexual reproduction?

All of the above. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the process where a mature stem is bent towards the ground to grow roots?

Layering (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of asexual reproduction in animals?

Internal Fertilization (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process called when a female animal releases eggs into the environment to be fertilized by sperm cells also released by a male animal?

Ovipary (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a type of asexual reproduction in plants where a part of the plant is detached and grown into a new plant?

Cutting (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Epididymis?

Temporarily stores and matures sperm (C) Signup and view all the answers

In the context of plant reproduction, what is the part of the flower that contains the ovule?

Pistil (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which structure provides temporary storage and nourishment for the sperm?

Seminal Vesicles (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the process where a bud from a plant is removed and inserted to another plant of the same type?

Budding (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these methods is best suited for reproducing offspring that are genetically identical to the parent?

Fragmentation (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an example of asexual reproduction?

Sexual Reproduction (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of vegetative reproduction?

Runners (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the process of breaking down food into components that the body can absorb?

Digestion (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which structure connects the uterus to the vagina?

Cervix (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a form of asexual reproduction?

Sexual reproduction (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of mechanical digestion?

Breakdown of starch by enzymes (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a major function of the digestive system?

Breaking down food (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is responsible for the production of egg cells?

Ovaries (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these nutrients is essential for growth and repair?

Proteins (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the Vas Deferens?

Connect the epididymis to the urethra (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct order of the structures involved in the passage of sperm from the testes to the outside of the body?

Testes, Epididymis, Vas Deferens, Urethra, Penis (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a good source of carbohydrates?

Pasta (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of these nutrients is important for storing energy in the body?

Fats (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a good source of minerals?

Butter (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of fiber in the digestive system?

Aiding digestion (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the stomach in the digestive system?

To mechanically and chemically break down food (A) Signup and view all the answers

In which part of the digestive system does the majority of chemical digestion occur?

Small intestine (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a primary organ involved in digestion?

Spleen (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of saliva in digestion?

To moisten food and start carbohydrate breakdown (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of bile in digestion?

To emulsify fats (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organs is responsible for the absorption of most nutrients in the digestive system?

Small intestine (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the large intestine?

To absorb water and form feces (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following correctly describes the process of ingestion?

The mechanical breakdown of food into smaller pieces (A) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Objectives

Learners will be able to discuss the basic structures and functions of human, plants, and animals.
Learners will understand the process and importance of nutrients in humans, plants, and animals.
Learners will differentiate the methods of reproduction in humans, plants, and animals.

What is Reproduction?

Reproduction is the process by which mature individuals produce offspring.
It is a crucial characteristic of all living organisms.
Reproduction is the action or process of making a copy of something.

Flowering Plants

Flowering plants, also called angiosperms, produce flowers.
Their seeds are enclosed in a seed coat.

Flowering Plants - Continued

Cotyledon: Flowering plants with one seed leaf are called monocots.
Flowering plants with two seed leaves are called dicots.

Monocot and Dicot Characteristics

Feature	Monocot	Dicot
Seed leaves	One	Two
Leaf venation	Parallel	Netted
Flower parts	Multiples of 3	Multiples of 4 or 5
Roots	Fibrous	Taproots

Non-Flowering Plants

Non-flowering plants, called gymnosperms, do not produce flowers.
Examples include conifers, ferns, and mosses.

Parts of a Flower

Petals (corolla): Colorful parts of the flower.
Sepals (calyx): Green leaf-like structures that protect the bud.
Pedicel: Stalk of the flower.
Receptacle: Enlarged tip of the flower stalk.
Peduncle: The stalk of the flower that attaches to the stem.
Pollen tube: Tube that carries pollen to the ovule.
Stigma: Sticky part of the pistil where pollen lands.
Style: Tube connecting stigma to the ovary.
Ovary: Contains ovules (the female reproductive cells).
Ovule: Female reproductive cell.
Anther: Male reproductive part that produces pollen.
Filament: Stalk holding the anther.

Perfect vs. Imperfect Flowers

Perfect flowers: Have both male (stamens) and female (pistils) reproductive parts.
Imperfect flowers: Have either male or female reproductive parts but not both.

Two Types of Reproduction

Sexual Reproduction: Involves the fusion of male and female gametes (sex cells) to form a zygote, resulting in a new organism.
Asexual Reproduction: Involves the reproduction of a new organism without the fusion of gametes. Parts of a mature organism develop into new individuals.

Animal Reproduction

Animals can reproduce in two different ways, laying eggs or giving birth.
Lay eggs: Octopus, Goose, Fish, Chicken, etc.
Give birth: Cat, Rabbit, Deer, Panda, etc.

Sexual Reproduction in Animals

Male and female sex cells unite to form a new organism.

Asexual Reproduction in Animals

Only one parent is needed to create identical offspring in a process of budding, fragmentation, or regeneration.

Internal Fertilization

This happens when male sperm cells are deposited directly into the female reproductive system to fertilize the egg.

External Fertilization

This happens when the male and female gametes are released into the environment.

Viviparous

Viviparous animals give birth to live young.

Oviparous

Oviparous animals lay eggs, which hatch at a later time.

Asexual Reproduction – Continued

Budding: A new organism grows out of the body of the parent.
Fragmentation: A parent organism breaks into fragments, which develop into new organisms.
Regeneration: A piece of a parent organism can develop into a new individual.
Binary Fission: A cell splits into two cells of equal size, each daughter cell grows into a new organism
Parthenogenesis: A female's egg develops into a new organism without being fertilized by a sperm.

Male Reproductive System

Urinary Bladder: Stores urine.
Vas Deferens: Transports sperm.
Urethra: Carries urine and semen.
Penis: External sexual organ.
Testes (Testicles): Produce sperm and male hormones.
Epididymis: Network of tubes where sperm mature and are stored.
Scrotum: Sac containing testes.
Seminal Vesicles: Provide temporary storage for sperm and produce nourishment.
Prostate Glands: Contribute to semen and activate sperm.

Female Reproductive System

Ovaries: Produce eggs and female hormones.
Fallopian Tubes (“Oviducts”): Carry the egg to the uterus or womb.
Uterus: Hosts the developing embryo (if fertilization occurs).
Endometrium: Lining of the uterus.
Cervix: Canal connecting uterus to vagina.
Vagina: Canal for intercourse and birth.

Human Development (Summary)

Ejaculation: Release of semen.
Semen: Mixture of sperm and fluid.
Ovulation: Release of an egg.
Fertilization: Union of sperm and egg.
Zygote: Fertilized egg.
Embryo: Early stage of development.
Implantation: Attachment of the embryo to the uterus wall.
Fetus: Developing human after implantation.

Nutrition – General Info.

Nutrition is the process of taking in and using food.
The essential supplements in food aid humans.
Nutrients support both growth and well-being.

Nutrient Categories

Nutrient	Function	Good Sources
Carbohydrates	Energy	Cereals, bread, pasta, potatoes
Proteins	Growth and repair	Fish, meat, eggs, beans
Fats	Energy storage, insulation	Butter, oil, nuts
Minerals	Health maintenance	Salt, milk, liver
Vitamins	Health maintenance	Dairy, fruits, vegetables
Fiber	Gut health	Vegetables, bran
Water	Hydration	Fruit juice, milk, water

Digestive System

The digestive system digests food, absorbs nutrients, and eliminates waste.
Digestion breaks down food into absorbable components.
- Mechanical Digestion: Physical breakdown of food.
- Chemical Digestion: Breakdown of food molecules by chemical reactions.
Digestive system organs include mouth, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, anus, pancreas, gall bladder and liver.

Stages of Food Processing

Ingestion: Taking in food.
Digestion: Breaking down food.
Absorption: Absorbing nutrients.
Elimination: Removing waste.

Nutrition in Plants (Summary)

Plants produce their food through photosynthesis.
Photosynthesis requires sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.
The plant produces sugars as a product of the process.

Parts of Vascular Plants

Xylem: Transports water
Phloem: Transports carbohydrates/sugars.

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