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Mourning geckos (Lepidodactylus lugubris) are truly a unique species. This gecko is small, as it only grows up to 10 cm or 4 inches. With a range of Hawai, the South Pacific islands, and Central and South America these geckos have one of the largest ranges among reptiles. What really sets this species apart is how they reproduce. Mourning geckos are all female and reproduce through parthenogenesis, where the mother essentially clones herself to create her offspring. However, their genes have the ability to recombine to allow genetic variation and mutation. Like many other geckos, mourning geckos lay two eggs at a time several times a year. The eggs incubate for 65 to 103 days.   According to the passage, which of the following definitions most closely defines the prefix "partheno-"7

A. Without fertilization

B. Without shells

C. Without incubation

D. Without Females

Answer Explanation:

Parthenogenesis is a form of reproduction where offspring develop from unfertilized eggs, and the prefix "partheno-" means without fertilization.

Therefore, the Correct Answer is A.

More Questions on TEAS 7 Reading

  • Q #1: Egg Replacements in Baking Eggs are an important staple of many baking recipes. They serve several crucial functions, such as binding, leavening and providing moisture to the final product. However, some people are unable to consume eggs for a variety of reasons. If you are one of these people, baking can seem daunting, Fortunately, there are several substitutions that will allow you to continue enjoying your delicious treats without using eggs. Two popular egg replacements are applesauce and banana. These things work well enough to provide moisture to your dessert, but they are suboptimal replacements overall, because providing moisture is only one function of the egg. When using applesauce or banana in place of eggs. you may find that your baked goods crumble or do not rise properly. Luckily, here are other ways to achieve binding and leavening effects that are more similar to those of eggs. Eggs help emulsify the disparate ingredients of your recipe into one homogenous batter or dough. To achieve this, it is most effective to use something with protein or fat that will bind to the starch, One option is a quarter cup of plain yogurt, sour cream, or buttermilk for each egg- either dairy or non-dairy will work just fine. Another option is ground flax or chia seeds. For each egg, combine 1 tablespoon of ground seeds with 3 tablespoons of warm water and leave the mixture to rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes before using Which of the following would be a relevant piece of data to support the claim that there are several substitutions for eggs in baking?

    A. An Image depicting a microscopic view of yogurt culture

    B. An infographic depicting the properties of the ingredients used in baking

    C. A table depicting the ratio of dry to moist ingredients in baking

    D. A graph depicting the rise of egg allergies over time

    Answer Explanation

    An infographic that highlights various ingredients used in baking and their properties could visually demonstrate the variety of substitutions for eggs, providing a clear representation of the alternatives available.

  • Q #2: According to the graph, which of the following statements is correct about employment in 2015?

    A. Having some college but no degree gave people a better chance to be employed than having a high school degree.

    B. There was a greater chance of being unemployed with an associate degree than if a person had completed an occupational program

    C. If a person had a doctoral degree, she was never unemployed.

    D. A high school graduate had a higher unemployment rate than a person who never graduated.

    Answer Explanation

    This is because people with an associate degree had a 5% unemployment chance as compared to the 4.5% for those with an occupational program.

  • Q #3: Viele proposed that structures be made with locally made concrete mixed with water sources on the island. Residents of Manhattan Island find it easy to grow gardens due to the well-established water map. Central Park continues to flood, which Viele set out to prevent with his map. Builders must analyze potential sites for stability, which affects the building type and zoning options. Which of the following additional resources would validate the Information given in Viele's map?

    A. A map of the wetlands on Manhattan island used to observe migratory birds

    B. A map of the New York City transit system

    C. A map showing population density of New York City by borough in 1865 and 1965

    D. A map of Civil War battle sites in and around Manhattan

    Answer Explanation

    This map would provide additional information about the wetlands and water sources on Manhattan island, supporting Viele's proposal regarding locally made concrete mixed with water sources.