The Polar Body Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The polar body is

• A)another name for an egg cell.
• B)a precursor cell that becomes an egg cell.
• C)a nonfunctional cell formed at the same time as an egg cell.
• D)the cell produced when fertilization occurs.

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Definitions:

Lumping

The practice in taxonomy of grouping together several previously separate species into one broader category.

Obsidian

A naturally occurring volcanic glass, used by ancient people for making sharp tools and ornaments.

Blades

Thin, flat pieces of metal or other hard materials, sharpened on one edge, used as tools or weapons.

Pebble Tools

One of the earliest forms of stone tools, shaped by chipping away pieces to create an edge, used by ancient human ancestors.