Asked by Ashley Chacon on May 03, 2024
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A typical sponge is ____ because it produces ____ cells.
A) a hermaphrodite; only egg
B) parthenogenetic; both egg and sperm
C) a hermaphrodite; both egg and sperm
D) parthenogenetic; only egg
E) a hermaphrodite; only sperm
Hermaphrodite
Animal that has both male and female gonads, either simultaneously or at different times in its life cycle.
Parthenogenetic
Relating to a form of reproduction in which an embryo is created without fertilization by a male, occurring in some plants, invertebrates, and rarely vertebrates.
Sperm
The male gamete or reproductive cell involved in sexual reproduction.
- Comprehend the architecture and purpose of specialized organs and systems in animals.
Verified Answer
ZK
Zybrea KnightMay 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Sponges are hermaphrodites, meaning they have both male and female reproductive organs. They produce both eggs and sperm, which can then fertilize either themselves or another nearby sponge.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the architecture and purpose of specialized organs and systems in animals.