A(n)________ Is an Example of an Organism That Can Sometimes

question 29

Multiple Choice

A(n) ________ is an example of an organism that can sometimes reproduce asexually by parthenogenesis.

• A)cat
• B)human
• C)Komodo dragon
• D)mouse

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Definitions:

Diencephalon

The diencephalon is a region of the brain that includes structures such as the thalamus and hypothalamus, involved in sensory and autonomic functions.

Hypothalamus

A region of the brain responsible for hormone production and regulation of vital bodily functions, including temperature, hunger, and thirst.

Thalamus

In vertebrates, the portion of the diencephalon that passes on selected sensory information to the cerebrum.

Cerebrospinal Fluid

A clear, colorless body fluid found in the brain and spinal cord, playing a critical role in protecting these structures and maintaining their environment.