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What is paedogenesis?
A
Larval multiplication
B
Asexual reproduction
C
Ovum production
D
Sperm production
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -paedogenesis, also spelled Pedogenesis, reproduction by sexually mature larvae, usually without fertilization. The young may be eggs, such as are produced by Miastor, a genus of gall midge flies, or other larval forms, as in the case of some flukes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Paedogenesis is the reproduction by larvae or juveniles. In insects this form of reproduction is known from one beetle, several species of gall midges and possibly Erisalis hoverfiies.

Detailed explanation-3: -Paedomorphosis is an alternative process to metamorphosis in which adults retain larval traits at the adult stage. It is frequent in newts and salamanders, where larvae reach sexual maturity without losing their gills. However, in some populations, larvae overwinter in water, while remaining immature.

Detailed explanation-4: -Please find below the solution to the asked query: Parthenogenesis(meaning ‘’false fertilization”) is development of new organism without fertilization of a female gamete by a male gamete. Act of reproduction by the young one or larval form without reaching the adult stage is called as paedogenesis.

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