AP BIOLOGY

ANIMAL REPRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT

ASEXUAL REPRODUCTION

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

Lila observed that a pond with clear water was covered up with a green algae within a week. By which method of reproduction did the algae spread so rapidly?

A	Budding
B	Sexual reproduction
C	Fragmentation
D	Pollination

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -So, the correct option is c) Fragmentation.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lila observed that a pond with clear water was covered up with green algae within a week. By which method of reproduction did the algae spread so rapidly? Explanation: An alga breaks up into two or more fragments.

Detailed explanation-3: -Final answer: The algae spread so rapidly by the method of Fragmentation.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fragmentation is a form of asexual reproduction, in which an organism splits into fragments. Each of these fragment develops into a mature, fully grown individual that is a clone of the original organism. Algae reproduces asexually with the help of this method.

Detailed explanation-5: -Explanation: An alga breaks up into two or more fragments. These fragments or pieces grow into new individuals. This process continues and they cover a large area in a short period of time.

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