Biology: Planaria Regeneration

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What type of regeneration is observed in Planaria?

False regeneration
True regeneration (correct)
Partial regeneration
Incomplete regeneration

What happens to a fragmented Planaria organism?

It regenerates the lost part and becomes a new organism (correct)
It dies and cannot regenerate
It reforms into a new, identical organism
It merges with other fragments to form a single organism

What is the result of true regeneration in Planaria?

The original organism is restored
A new organism is formed, but it is different from the original (correct)
A new, identical organism is formed
The organism remains fragmented

What is unique about Planaria in terms of regeneration?

<p>They can reform entire body parts and become a new organism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the biological significance of true regeneration in Planaria?

<p>It increases their chances of survival and reproduction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Regeneration in Planaria

Planaria, also known as flat worms, exhibit true regeneration.
In true regeneration, a fragmented organism can regenerate the lost part of its body.
The regenerated part enables the fragmented organism to become a new, fully formed organism.

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This quiz covers regeneration in Planaria, a type of flatworm. Test your knowledge on how these organisms regenerate lost body parts and reform into new individuals.