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Question
Which form of asexual reproduction involves a small outgrowth forming on the parent cell, gradually enlarging, and eventually detaching to become a new, independent individual, as seen in some ciliates like Vorticella?
Correct Answer
Option B is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
The section on 'Budding' describes this process exactly: 'A small outgrowth (bud) forms on the parent cell, gradually enlarges, and eventually detaches to become a new, independent individual. This occurs in some ciliates, such as Vorticella, and in certain suctorians.'
Hint
Think of a plant growing a new shoot or a yeast cell producing a daughter cell.