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Question
On cutting the body of an organism into many pieces it was observed that many of these pieces developed as new individuals. Name the process and list two organisms in which this process may be observed. Draw a schematic diagram to illustrate the changes that are likely to be observed during the development of new individuals in any one of the organisms named.
Solution
The process is referred to as regeneration. Example: Planaria, Hydra etc.
Regeneration in Planaria:
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