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What will happen to a Hydra if it is cut into multiple pieces?

The correct answer is
Each piece will regenerate to form new individuals.

Hydra Regeneration Capability

Hydra possesses remarkable regenerative abilities. This means it can regrow lost body parts or even develop into a whole new organism from small fragments.

Outcome of Cutting Hydra

When a Hydra is cut into multiple pieces:

  • Each piece contains the necessary cells and genetic material to survive and grow.
  • These fragments undergo a process called regeneration.
  • Through regeneration, each individual piece develops the missing body parts, eventually forming a complete, new Hydra organism.

This capability is a form of asexual reproduction, allowing Hydra to multiply effectively even when damaged.

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Important Questions from Biology

  1. Which of the following statements about living and non-living being is/are correct?

    1. While living being can demonstrate growth and repair, non-living being cannot.

    2. While living being demonstrates metabolic processes, non-living being does not.

    Select the correct answer using the code given below.
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  4. Which one of the following cell organelles may play a role in expelling excess water and wastes in case of unicellular organisms?

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