The process by which a modified stem or root of a parent plant grows offspring that remain attached is called(1 point)
Responses
binary fission.
binary fission.
tuber reproduction.
tuber reproduction.
fragmentation.
fragmentation.
vegetative reproduction.
vegetative reproduction.
Without external forces, the third generation of a bacterium and the original parent cell will have approximately ________ matching DNA sequences.(1 point)
Responses
100%
100%
25%
25%
12.5%
12.5%
33%
100%
The correct answer is vegetative reproduction.
The process by which a modified stem or root of a parent plant grows offspring that remain attached is called vegetative reproduction. To arrive at this answer, let's consider each option:
1. Binary fission: This term is incorrect in the context of plant reproduction. Binary fission is a form of asexual reproduction found in single-celled organisms where a parent cell divides into two equal-sized daughter cells.
2. Tuber reproduction: While tubers, such as potatoes, can be involved in vegetative reproduction, the term itself is somewhat imprecise and not specific to the process of offspring remaining attached to the parent plant.
3. Fragmentation: Fragmentation is a form of vegetative reproduction where a parent plant breaks into several fragments, each capable of growing into a new individual. However, in the context of the question, it does not explicitly mention that the offspring remain attached to the parent plant.
4. Vegetative reproduction: This option accurately describes the process the question is asking about. Vegetative reproduction involves the growth of new individuals from modified plant stems or roots, while still remaining physically connected to the parent plant.
Based on this, the correct answer is vegetative reproduction.