Question

Arrhenotoky and thelytoky are:

• A. Biotechnology processes for producing high yielding variety (HYV) seeds
• B. Types of parthenogenesis found in arachnids and Lacerta saxicola armeniaca respectively
• C. Feeding habits of Axolotl larva and Herdmania larvae respectively
• D. Phyllotaxy found in Aegle marmelos and Thevetia peruviana respectively

Answer 1

The correct option is B Types of parthenogenesis found in arachnids and Lacerta saxicola armeniaca respectively

Arrhenotoky is a type of parthenogenesis in which unfertilized eggs develop into males. It is found in bees, ants, wasps, spiders etc.

Thelytoky is just the opposite of arrhenotoky, i.e. only females by produced by parthenogenesis. This is found in aphids, salamanders, Armenian lizard etc. Lacerta saxicola armeniaca is the rock lizard.