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Why is reproduction not necessary to maintain the life of an individual organism?
Why is reproduction not necessary to maintain the life of an individual organism?
- Reproduction hinders the individual's ability to find food
- Reproduction does not directly contribute to the individual's survival (correct)
- Reproduction leads to genetic mutations in the individual
- Reproduction requires more energy than it provides
What is the significance of large numbers of organisms belonging to a single species?
What is the significance of large numbers of organisms belonging to a single species?
- It indicates a high rate of reproduction
- It brings notice to the species (correct)
- It suggests a lack of predators for the species
- It implies a longer lifespan for the species
Why is reproduction important for organisms?
Why is reproduction important for organisms?
- It helps in maintaining the life of an individual organism
- It is essential for nutrition and respiration
- It allows for the creation of more individuals of the species (correct)
- It conserves energy for the individual organism
What would happen if there were only one nonreproducing member of a particular kind?
What would happen if there were only one nonreproducing member of a particular kind?
How do organisms catch our attention?
How do organisms catch our attention?
Why is the energy spent on reproduction by an individual organism considered a waste?
Why is the energy spent on reproduction by an individual organism considered a waste?
What is the primary reason for organisms to reproduce, as discussed in the text?
What is the primary reason for organisms to reproduce, as discussed in the text?
Why do large numbers of organisms belonging to a single species bring them to our notice, as per the text?
Why do large numbers of organisms belonging to a single species bring them to our notice, as per the text?
What would be the consequence if there were only one nonreproducing member of a particular kind, according to the text?
What would be the consequence if there were only one nonreproducing member of a particular kind, according to the text?
What is the reason for noticing organisms, as mentioned in the text?
What is the reason for noticing organisms, as mentioned in the text?
