Question Detail

BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

In parthenogenesis, which of the following occurs?
Options
A Fertilization by male gametes
B Development of an embryo from an unfertilized egg
Correct Answer
C Cloning through spores
D Genetic recombination during meiosis
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Parthenogenesis is a form of asexual reproduction where an egg develops into a complete individual without being fertilized by a sperm cell.

Hint

Think 'virgin birth'.

Question Info