Introduction :
The flateworms are belongs to the branch acodomate of the evolutionary tree and of phylum
Answer to Problem 5STP
Correct answer :
The correct answer is option (D) regeneration.
Explanation of Solution
Explanation/justification for the correct answer :
Option (D) regeneration. The flatworms during asexual reproduction undergo regeneration. They have the ability to regenerate any damage part of the body. If their head is cut horizontally they will grow a new head. So, the correct answer is option (D).
Explanation for incorrect answer :
Option (A) budding. Budding is an asexual process in which the organism will form a new progeny from a part of its parent body. Such reproduction is followed by unicellular organisms. So, this is an incorrect option.
Option (B) fertilization. Fertilization is a sexual reproduction process in which the sperm of male species help to fertilize the egg of female species to form zygote. So, this is an incorrect answer.
Option (C) parthenogenesis. Parthenogenesis is a reproduction process in which the egg of the organism undergoes embryo formation without getting fertilized. Organism such as bees, scorpion, nematodes, etc., are parthenogens. So, this is an incorrect answer.
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