Scientists Examining a Water Sample from a Small Pond Find

question 16

Multiple Choice

Scientists examining a water sample from a small pond find a number of eggs and want to determine the group of animals to which the eggs belong.As the eggs begin to develop,it becomes clear that mitosis is proceeding,but there is no sign of cytoplasmic division.To what group do these eggs most likely belong?

• A) Reptiles
• B) Frogs
• C) Fish
• D) Insects
• E) Mammals

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