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How can the consumer assess the freshness of an egg using a bowl of salt water?
How can the consumer assess the freshness of an egg using a bowl of salt water?
- The egg stands up in the water with the rounded end upwards. (correct)
- The egg sinks halfway into the water.
- The egg floats on the surface of the water.
- The egg remains on the bottom.
What is the result of candling a fresh egg?
What is the result of candling a fresh egg?
- The yolk is dimly visible and does not move much. (correct)
- The yolk is not visible and moves around a lot.
- The air chamber is large and translucent.
- The entire egg becomes opaque.
What happens when cracking a fresh egg?
What happens when cracking a fresh egg?
- The white is thick but the yolk is runny.
- The yolk appears runny and spreads easily.
- The white is thin and watery with a lumpy yolk.
- There is no thick white and the yolk is flat and firm. (correct)
What hormone presumably plays a major role in the muscle contractions and oviposition?
What hormone presumably plays a major role in the muscle contractions and oviposition?
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Which external factor influences the ovulation and laying of eggs in wild birds in a particular climate zone?
Which external factor influences the ovulation and laying of eggs in wild birds in a particular climate zone?
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How does the egg usually rotate before being pushed through the uterus to the vagina?
How does the egg usually rotate before being pushed through the uterus to the vagina?
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What is the role of ultraviolet light in egg laying for certain bird species?
What is the role of ultraviolet light in egg laying for certain bird species?
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When does the ovulation of a new egg cell typically occur after an egg has been laid?
When does the ovulation of a new egg cell typically occur after an egg has been laid?
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How do poor layers typically compare to good layers in terms of laying series?
How do poor layers typically compare to good layers in terms of laying series?
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What happens when an egg is ultimately laid late in the light phase?
What happens when an egg is ultimately laid late in the light phase?
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