Sexual Reproduction

What are some of the facts about sexual reproduction? 

• Takes two mates to reproduce and takes a longer time to reproduce 
• Takes one mate to reproduce and takes a shorter amount of time to reproduce 
• Takes two mates to reproduce and takes a shorter amount of time to reproduce 

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How many parents are required for sexual reproduction? 

• one
• two
• four
• six

The female sex cell

• sperm cell
• egg cell
• sex cell
• female cell

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A sperm cell unites with an egg cell to form a zygote. Which process is taking place? 

• Pollination
• Asexual reproduction
• Fertilization
• Vegetative propagation

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In sexual reproduction, what is the source of the genetic material in a zygote? 

•  An egg cell only
• A pollen and a sperm cell
•  A sperm cell only 
• An egg cell and a sperm cell

Which species can produce offspring that are genetically different from their parents?

• A species that has few variations 
• A species that reproduces asexually 
• A species that reproduces sexually 
• A species that competes with a similar species

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What is NOT a characteristic of sexual reproduction? 

• Gametes from two parents unite to form a zygote.
• Offspring are genetically identical with the parent. 
• Offspring are different from their parents and sibling.
• Genetic variability of offspring help to ensure survival in changing environmental conditions.

Sexual reproduction results in

• Genetically unique offspring

• Genetically identical offspring

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Sexual reproduction results in

• No variation

• Large amounts of variation

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Which of the following is the female animal gamete?

• Sperm

• Egg

• Pollen

• Teste