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How do Organisms Reproduce? — Science STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10ScienceHow do Organisms Reproduce?1 Mark
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For two statements are given $-$ one labelled Assertion $(A)$ and the other labelled Reason $(R).$ Select the correct answer to these questions from the codes $\ce{(a), (b), (c)}$ and $(d)$ as given below :
Assertion : Fusion of gametes gives rise to a single cell called zygote.
Reason : Zygote is a fertilised ovum.
  • A
    Both $A$ and $R$ are true, and $R$ is correct explanation of the assertion.
  • ✓
    Both $A$ and $R$ are true, but $R$ is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
  • C
    $A$ is true, but $R$ is false.
  • D
    $A$ is false, but $R$ is true.
✓

Answer

Correct option: B.
Both $A$ and $R$ are true, but $R$ is not the correct explanation of the assertion.
The fusion of a sperm with an ovum to form a zygote during sexual reproduction is called fertilisation. The zygote is fertilised ovum or fertilised egg. The zygote grows and develops to form a new baby.

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