Bio 5

In fungi, sexual reproduction begins with Question 1 options: hyphal fragmentation karyogamy or production of spores plasmogamy or fusion of mycelia budding from diploid parents

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The correct answer is:

plasmogamy or fusion of mycelia

Explanation:

In fungi, sexual reproduction begins with plasmogamy, which is the fusion of the cytoplasm of two different fungal mycelia (usually of different mating types). This is followed by karyogamy (fusion of nuclei), and then meiosis to produce spores.

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Yes

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Sure! Here's a quick overview of the stages of sexual reproduction in fungi:

1. Plasmogamy (Fusion of Cytoplasm)

• This is the first step.

• Two compatible haploid mycelia (usually from different mating types) come together.

• Their cytoplasms fuse, but the nuclei remain separate, resulting in a dikaryotic or heterokaryotic state (n + n).

2. Karyogamy (Fusion of Nuclei)

• The haploid nuclei from the fused cells finally combine, forming a diploid nucleus (2n).

• This may occur soon after plasmogamy or be delayed (as in many mushrooms, where the dikaryotic stage is prolonged).

3. Meiosis

• The diploid nucleus undergoes meiosis, producing haploid spores.

• These sexual spores (like zygospores, ascospores, or basidiospores) are genetically diverse.

4. Spore Germination

• The haploid spores germinate to grow new haploid mycelia, completing the cycle.

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What does Gnathostome mean? Question 2 options: enclosed seeds a jawed mouth a hard skull lung fish

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The correct answer is:

a jawed mouth

Explanation:

Gnathostomes are a group of vertebrates that have jaws. The term comes from Greek:

• "gnathos" = jaw

• "stoma" = mouth

Gnathostomes include animals like:

• Sharks and rays

• Bony fish

• Amphibians

• Reptiles

• Birds

• Mammals

They evolved from jawless vertebrates (agnathans), and the development of jaws was a major evolutionary advancement.

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Which of the following is the correct description for a choanocyte? Question 3 options: A poriferan flagellated cell that creates a current to move water through the organism. A specialized cnidarian cell that discharges a poisoned thread to sting another organism. A specialized arthropod cell that produces silk threads to build a web. A choanoflagellate cell that uses pseudopodia to move through the organism.

ChatGPT said:

The correct answer is:

A poriferan flagellated cell that creates a current to move water through the organism.

Explanation:

Choanocytes (also called collar cells) are found in sponges (Phylum Porifera). They have:

• A flagellum that beats to create a water current

• A collar of microvilli that traps food particles

This current helps the sponge filter feed by pulling water (and food) through its porous body.

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You said:

What is NOT a defining trait found in chordate embryos? Question 4 options: a notochord dorsal nerve cord pharyngeal slits gametophytes

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The correct answer is:

gametophytes

Explanation:

Gametophytes are part of the plant life cycle, not animals.

In contrast, all chordate embryos share these four key features:

1. Notochord – a flexible rod that provides support

2. Dorsal hollow nerve cord – develops into the central nervous system

3. Pharyngeal slits – openings in the throat region

4. Post-anal tail – extends beyond the anus

These traits are present at some stage of development in all chordates, which include vertebrates and some invertebrates like tunicates and lancelets.

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After the evolution of the vertebral column, what is the correct order of vertebrate innovations as they appear in time? Question 5 options: jaws>>lungs>> 4 limbs>>amniote egg 4 limbs>>lungs>> jaws>>amniote egg lungs>> 4 limbs>>jaws>>amniote egg amniote egg>>jaws>>lungs>> 4 limbs

ChatGPT said:

The correct answer is:

jaws → lungs → 4 limbs → amniote egg

Explanation of the evolutionary order of major vertebrate innovations:

1. Jaws

   • Evolved in gnathostomes (jawed vertebrates) like sharks and bony fish

   • Gave rise to more efficient feeding

2. Lungs

   • First appeared in early bony fish (some became lungs, others evolved into swim bladders)

   • Allowed for breathing air in oxygen-poor environments

3. Four limbs

   • Evolved in tetrapods (amphibians and beyond)

   • Enabled movement on land

4. Amniote egg

   • Appeared in reptiles and their descendants (birds, mammals)

   • Prevents desiccation and allows reproduction away from water

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You said:

What is NOT a correct way to describe an amphibian? Question 7 options: tetrapod amniote craniate vertebrate

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The correct answer is:

amniote

Explanation:

Amphibians are not amniotes because they do not lay amniotic eggs. Their eggs lack the protective amniotic membranes found in reptiles, birds, and mammals, and typically require a moist environment to develop.

However, amphibians are:

• Tetrapods – they have four limbs (or evolved from four-limbed ancestors)

• Craniates – they have a skull

• Vertebrates – they have a backbone

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Which of the following combinations of phylum and description is incorrect? Question 9 options: Cnidaria —cnidocytes, polyp & medusa forms Platyhelminthes — flatworms, acoelomate Echinodermata — tube feet, coelom present Porifera — tissues, tentacles

ChatGPT said:

The correct answer is:

Porifera — tissues, tentacles

Explanation:

This combination is incorrect because:

• Phylum Porifera (sponges) do not have true tissues or tentacles.

  • They are the most basal animals and lack true tissues and organs.

  • They filter feed using choanocytes and have a porous body structure.

The other combinations are correct:

• Cnidaria – have cnidocytes (stinging cells), and body forms include polyp and medusa

• Platyhelminthes – are acoelomate flatworms

• Echinodermata – have a coelom and use tube feet for movement and feeding

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Match the following classification names with their correct descriptors. Question 10 options: Fish with a cartilaginous skeleton. To have a skull To have a notochord To have vertebrae To have limbs with digits To have an amniotic egg 1. Craniates 2. Tetrapods 3. Amniotes 4. Chordates 5. Chondrichthyes 6. Vertebrates

ChatGPT said:

Here is the correct matching of classification names with their descriptors:

1. Fish with a cartilaginous skeleton → Chondrichthyes

2. To have a skull → Craniates

3. To have a notochord → Chordates

4. To have vertebrae → Vertebrates

5. To have limbs with digits → Tetrapods

6. To have an amniotic egg → Amniotes