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What is the atomic number of carbon?

12
8
6 (correct)
4

Which is an example of an allotrope of carbon mentioned in the text?

Sulphur
Graphite (correct)
Oxygen molecule
Hydrogen molecule

What type of bond is formed in the formation of methane?

Hydrogen bond
Ionic bond
Covalent bond (correct)
Metallic bond

Which hydrocarbons are mentioned as saturated in the text?

Alkanes (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many electrons does carbon need to gain or lose to attain stability?

4 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Explain the process of vegetative propagation mentioned in the text.

Vegetative propagation is the asexual reproduction of plants where new individuals are produced from specialized plant parts such as stems, roots, and leaves, allowing for the creation of genetically identical offspring to the parent plant. Signup and view all the answers

Discuss the significance of DNA in the context of reproduction as described in the text.

DNA plays a crucial role in reproduction as it carries genetic information from one generation to the next, facilitating the process of heredity and genetic variation. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different methods of asexual reproduction mentioned in the text?

The methods of asexual reproduction mentioned in the text include fragmentation, regeneration, budding, and spore formation. Signup and view all the answers

Describe the concept of sexual reproduction and its importance as outlined in the text.

Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes, leading to genetic variation and the creation of offspring with unique genetic combinations, thus contributing to the diversity and adaptability of species. Signup and view all the answers

Explain the role of flowering in sexual reproduction of plants, as discussed in the text.

Flowering is a pivotal aspect of sexual reproduction in plants, as it facilitates the process of fertilization, leading to the formation of seeds and the continuation of plant species through the production of new individuals. Signup and view all the answers