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ZOO 101 Maturation, Reproduction and Sexuality in man Objective Question
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What is cleavage in early embryonic development?
Options
A The differentiation of cells into tissues.
B The rapid mitotic cell divisions of the zygote without an increase in overall size.
Correct Answer
C The formation of the blastocyst.
D The implantation of the embryo.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Cleavage is the series of rapid mitotic cell divisions of the zygote that increases cell number but not overall size.

Hint

It divides the zygote into many smaller cells.

Question Info

Course: ZOO 101
Topic: Maturation, Reproduction and Sexuality in man
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 674 of 2214
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