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What type of fission occurs in Plasmodium?
What type of fission occurs in Plasmodium?
All unicellular organisms reproduce via binary fission.
All unicellular organisms reproduce via binary fission.
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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes binary fission in Leishmania from other unicellular organisms?
What is the main characteristic that distinguishes binary fission in Leishmania from other unicellular organisms?
Binary fission in Leishmania occurs in a definite orientation in relation to its whip-like structure.
Spirogyra reproduces by ___________, where it breaks up into smaller pieces to form new individuals.
Spirogyra reproduces by ___________, where it breaks up into smaller pieces to form new individuals.
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Match the following organisms with their reproductive methods:
Match the following organisms with their reproductive methods:
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Which organism is responsible for causing kala-azar?
Which organism is responsible for causing kala-azar?
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Yeast can reproduce by a process known as fragmentation.
Yeast can reproduce by a process known as fragmentation.
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What is the main observation method mentioned for studying microscopic organisms like Amoeba?
What is the main observation method mentioned for studying microscopic organisms like Amoeba?
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What is the primary process through which Hydra reproduces?
What is the primary process through which Hydra reproduces?
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Regeneration in organisms is dependent on being cut up in order to reproduce.
Regeneration in organisms is dependent on being cut up in order to reproduce.
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What advantage does vegetative propagation offer over reproduction from seeds?
What advantage does vegetative propagation offer over reproduction from seeds?
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Plants like sugarcane and roses utilize __________ for reproduction.
Plants like sugarcane and roses utilize __________ for reproduction.
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Match the following reproductive processes with their descriptions:
Match the following reproductive processes with their descriptions:
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Which of the following plants commonly uses vegetative propagation?
Which of the following plants commonly uses vegetative propagation?
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All plants produced through vegetative propagation are genetically different from the parent plant.
All plants produced through vegetative propagation are genetically different from the parent plant.
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What happens to Hydra buds when they mature?
What happens to Hydra buds when they mature?
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What is the first step in the fertilization process described?
What is the first step in the fertilization process described?
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Self-pollination occurs when pollen is transferred from one flower to another.
Self-pollination occurs when pollen is transferred from one flower to another.
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What is formed after the fertilization of the egg cell?
What is formed after the fertilization of the egg cell?
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The swollen bottom part of the flower is called the ______.
The swollen bottom part of the flower is called the ______.
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Which of the following infections can be sexually transmitted?
Which of the following infections can be sexually transmitted?
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Using a condom completely eliminates the risk of sexually transmitted infections.
Using a condom completely eliminates the risk of sexually transmitted infections.
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Match the following processes with their definitions:
Match the following processes with their definitions:
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What is the primary purpose of contraceptive methods?
What is the primary purpose of contraceptive methods?
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What grows out of the pollen grain to reach the ovary?
What grows out of the pollen grain to reach the ovary?
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The petals, sepals, stamens, style, and stigma remain intact after the ovary forms a fruit.
The petals, sepals, stamens, style, and stigma remain intact after the ovary forms a fruit.
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The contraceptive method that creates a mechanical barrier is called a __________.
The contraceptive method that creates a mechanical barrier is called a __________.
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Match the following contraceptive methods with their descriptions:
Match the following contraceptive methods with their descriptions:
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What do seeds contain that is crucial for the plant's future?
What do seeds contain that is crucial for the plant's future?
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What can be a side effect of hormonal contraceptive methods?
What can be a side effect of hormonal contraceptive methods?
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Surgical methods for contraception can lead to potential infections if not performed properly.
Surgical methods for contraception can lead to potential infections if not performed properly.
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Surgical methods can block the __________ in males to prevent sperm transfer.
Surgical methods can block the __________ in males to prevent sperm transfer.
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What is one potential consequence of a declining child sex ratio?
What is one potential consequence of a declining child sex ratio?
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Asexual reproduction involves the participation of two individuals.
Asexual reproduction involves the participation of two individuals.
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What are seminal vesicles and the prostate gland's roles in reproduction?
What are seminal vesicles and the prostate gland's roles in reproduction?
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The process by which organisms increase their populations is called __________.
The process by which organisms increase their populations is called __________.
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Match the following types of reproduction with their characteristics:
Match the following types of reproduction with their characteristics:
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Which of the following describes a change seen in girls during puberty?
Which of the following describes a change seen in girls during puberty?
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Prenatal sex determination is allowed by law in many countries.
Prenatal sex determination is allowed by law in many countries.
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How does the embryo receive nourishment inside the mother's body?
How does the embryo receive nourishment inside the mother's body?
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Which of the following is NOT part of the male reproductive system in human beings?
Which of the following is NOT part of the male reproductive system in human beings?
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Fertilisation in human beings occurs in the uterus.
Fertilisation in human beings occurs in the uterus.
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What is the process called when pollen grains transfer from the anther to the stigma?
What is the process called when pollen grains transfer from the anther to the stigma?
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The male reproductive system produces __________ in the testes.
The male reproductive system produces __________ in the testes.
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Match the reproductive structures with their functions:
Match the reproductive structures with their functions:
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Which method of contraception involves the use of a device inserted into the uterus?
Which method of contraception involves the use of a device inserted into the uterus?
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What changes occur in the body during puberty?
What changes occur in the body during puberty?
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Asexual reproduction leads to greater variation compared to sexual reproduction.
Asexual reproduction leads to greater variation compared to sexual reproduction.
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Study Notes
Reproduction in Organisms
- Reproduction is not essential for individual survival but is crucial for species survival
- Organisms reproduce to create new individuals similar to themselves
- Reproduction involves making copies of the blueprint for body design
- DNA in cell nucleus stores information for inheritance of traits
- Reproduction involves copying DNA and separating the copies
DNA Copying
- DNA copies are similar, but may not be identical to the original
- Variations in DNA copies can be drastic leading to non-viable offspring
- Variations can lead to subtle differences beneficial for survival
Modes of Reproduction
- Fission: Cell division in unicellular organisms. Amoeba, bacteria, protozoa
- Budding: Outgrowth of a new organism from a parent organism. Hydra
- Fragmentation: Breaking of the parent organism into pieces, followed by regeneration of new individuals. Planaria, some fungi
- Vegetative propagation: Part of a plant develops into a new plant. Examples include: roots, stems, leaves. Used in agriculture for plants like sugarcane
Sexual Reproduction
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Involves the fusion of two germ cells - male and female gametes.
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Generates variations increasing the chances of species survival
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This process involves DNA recombination and re-establishment of chromosome numbers.
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Specialized reproductive organs produce gametes
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Sexual mode of reproduction is more complex to accommodate this
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Flowering plants:
- Pollination is transfer of pollen from anther to stigma
- Fertilisation is the fusion of gametes.
- The flower parts are important for reproduction: sepals, petals, stamens, and pistil.
- Stamen is male, pistil is female
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Humans: detailed reproductive organs (male and female) are discussed for function
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When egg is not fertilized, the lining of the uterus is shed
Reproductive Health
- Puberty involves physical changes associated with sexual maturity
- Several diseases are transmitted during sexual interactions, including preventative measures.
- Pregnancy requires considerable demands, and contraceptives are available
- Sexual maturation is a gradual process that takes place during puberty and is related to body growth
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Test your knowledge on the various reproductive methods of unicellular organisms and learn about binary fission, fragmentation, and more. This quiz covers specific examples and characteristics of reproduction in organisms like Plasmodium, Hydra, and Yeast.