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Male and female sea urchins release their sperm and eggs Into the water where fertilization takes place. How can their reproduction be described?

Correct answer: C. Sexual reproduction which results in genetically dissimilar offspring

  • A. Asexual reproduction which results in genetically dissimilar offspring
  • B. Asexual reproductlon whlch results In genetically identical offspring
  • C. Sexual reproduction which results in genetically dissimilar offspring
  • D. Sexual reproduction which results in genetically identical offspring

Explanation

A type of reproduction in which gametes join to form a new offspring is called sexual reproduction. Sexual reproduction involves the mixing of two genetic materials resulting in genetically dissimilar offspring.

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