What Is the Probable Biological and Evolutionary Function for a Species

question 46

Multiple Choice

What is the probable biological and evolutionary function for a species of desert lizards to to utilize female-only reproduction?

• A)This species is probably going extinct and parthenogenesis is a last ditch effort at reproduction.
• B)Parthenogenesis attracts males to the all female population.
• C)Parthenogenesis allows lizards to save energy by limiting diversity.
• D)Parthenogenesis results in the crossing-over of chromosomes and does not exhibit any evolutionary benefit.

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Definitions:

Carbanion

A negatively charged ion (anion) that consists of a carbon atom having a pair of non-bonded electrons.

Free Radical

Highly reactive atoms or molecules with an unpaired electron, involved in various chemical reactions.

Carbene

A highly reactive molecule featuring a carbon atom with two non-bonded electrons, making it very reactive.

Intermediates

Reactive species that are formed during the chemical reactions and lie in the reaction pathway between the reactants and the final products.