Q42 - Parthenogenesis in Whiptail Lizards
Refer to the question paper for figures and tables.
a. Ovulation is most likely to occur in mid A-B period of the ovarian cycle.
b. A given individual behaves as a male during D-E and as a female during A-B period in the cycle.
c. The act of copulation will trigger the release of eggs from the ovaries of the lizards.
d. Compared to sexually reproducing species, this mode of reproduction is favoured when availability of resources is not a constraint.