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Parthenogenesis

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In parthenogenesis, can an egg develop into an adult without being fertilized by a sperm cell?

Correct Answer

Yes

Explanation

Parthenogenesis is a form of asexual reproduction in which an unfertilized egg develops directly into an offspring, bypassing the need for fertilization by a sperm cell.

Reference

Biology: A self-teaching guide


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