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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Internal fertilization wastes gametes.
Options
A True
B False
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D
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

This statement is false. Internal fertilization typically produces fewer gametes than external fertilization, but they are less likely to be 'wasted' because the gametes are united inside the female's body, providing a more protected environment. External fertilization often involves releasing large numbers of gametes into the environment, where many are not fertilized (wasted).

Hint

Which type of fertilization requires releasing millions of sperm and eggs into the water, where many are lost?

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