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What do two earthworms exchange during mating?
During mating, earthworms exchange sperm and eggs. The exchange occurs through a process called copulation, where the two worms line up ventral to ventral and exchange gametes. This exchange allows for fertilization to occur internally within the worms' bodies.
Do earthworms have a placenta?
Nope - Earthworms are hermaphrodites - in that they have both male and female reproductive organs. During mating they exchange sperm - and lay eggs a few days later which hatch into tiny earthworms.
Does an earthworm have to produce sperm and egg for fertilization to occur?
No, earthworms are hermaphrodites, which means they have both male and female reproductive organs. They can produce both eggs and sperm, and fertilization can occur when two earthworms exchange sperm during mating.
Do earthworms mate for life?
No, earthworms do not mate for life. They reproduce sexually by copulating with another earthworm in order to exchange sperm. After mating, each earthworm goes its separate way to continue its activities.
Where is navel of earthworm present?
It doesn't have one ! Earthworms are hermaphrodites - possessing male and female reproductive systems. During 'mating' they exchange sperm with each other. Subsequently, they both lay eggs which develop into tiny worms.
Why snakes and earthworms are kept in different groups?
Because they are completely unrelated animals ! Snakes have a skeleton composed of hundreds of individual bones... Earthworms have no skeleton at all. Earthworms are vegetarians - Snakes are carnivores. Earthworms are hermaphrodites. They possess both male & female reproductive organs. During 'mating' two worms simply exchange sperm with each other - Snakes need to mate with another snake of the same species but opposite gender in order to reproduce.
What is the function of the clitcllum?
The clitellum is a thickened, glandular section of the body wall found in annelids, particularly earthworms. Its primary function is to produce mucus during reproduction, which helps to form a protective cocoon for fertilized eggs. The clitellum also aids in the alignment of mating individuals during copulation, facilitating the exchange of sperm.
How do lions exchange gases?
by mating
The cuff like structure in earthworms used in reproduction?
The cuff-like structure in earthworms used in reproduction is known as the clitellum. During mating, the clitellum secretes a mucus that forms a cocoon around the eggs and sperm, eventually developing into a fertilized egg. This cocoon is then deposited in the soil, where the new earthworms will hatch.
How do segmented worms mate?
Segmented worms, such as earthworms, are hermaphrodites, meaning they have both male and female reproductive organs. During mating, two worms align their bodies and exchange sperm through a structure called the clitellum. Each worm then fertilizes the other's eggs, which are later deposited in cocoons for incubation.
What damage can happen to a male dog if separated during mating?
if a male is separeted during mating it can die
Where does gas exchange and water loss occur in plants?
By opening and closing the stomata on the underside of the leaves.
