Life Spans of Various Organisms Quiz
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What does the period from birth to the natural death of an organism represent?

  • Maturation stage
  • Growth period
  • Life span (correct)
  • Reproductive phase
  • Why is it mentioned that death of every individual organism is a certainty?

  • To emphasize the significance of natural death
  • To draw attention to the mortality of all individuals (correct)
  • To discourage assumptions about immortality
  • To highlight the unpredictability of life spans
  • What ensures the continuity of vast numbers of plant and animal species on earth for several thousands of years?

  • Reproduction (correct)
  • Longevity genes
  • Natural selection
  • Immortality
  • Why is it mentioned that the life spans of organisms are not necessarily correlated with their sizes?

    <p>To discourage assumptions based on size alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are single-celled organisms considered to be immortal according to the text?

    <p>Because they do not age or experience natural death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the fact that life spans may range from a few days to a few thousand years?

    <p>It highlights the diverse nature of organisms' life spans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does a crocodile typically live?

    <p>60-75 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lifespan of a fruit fly?

    <p>1-2 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long can a tortoise live?

    <p>100-150 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the lifespan of a cow?

    <p>25 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

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