Question

Development of an unfertilized egg is called

• A. Parthenogenesis
• B. Metamorphosis
• C. Gametogenesis
• D. Paedogenesis

Answer 1

The correct option is A Parthenogenesis

The process of development of an embryo from an unfertilized egg is known as parthenogenesis. It is a natural form of asexual reproduction. They are considered as the clone of the parent.

Paedogenesis is the process of reproduction by larval animals. Fertilization do not take place and the development take place due to metamorphosis.

Metamorphosis is the process of development of organism after birth or hatching. It mainly takes place in the presence of thyroid hormone.

Gametogenesis is the process by which gametes are formed.

So, the correct answer is option A.