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Question
Would a Planaria cut vertically into two halves regenerate into two individuals? Complete Figure D and E by indicating the regenerated regions.
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| A | B | C | D | E |
Solution
Yes, a Planaria would regenerate into two individuals if cut vertically into two halves.
The regenerated regions in D and E are shown by shaded parts below.
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| D | E |
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