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What is metamorphosis? Give an example.

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  • Metamorphosis is the process of transformation from an immature form to an adult form in two or more distinct stages.
  • Metamorphosis generally takes place in insects or amphibians and some molluscs, crustaceans, cnidarians, echinoderms, and tunicates.
  • An example of metamorphosis is the change that takes place from the tadpole to form a frog.

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