Question

Some life forms have remained consistent over millions of years on Earth. Consider the dragonflies seen here. Not much has changed in the body forms and metabolic processes. Continuity of life forms on Earth is based on certain processes that all organisms share. All BUT ONE choice could apply.

All organisms carry out the processes of central dogma: replication, transcription, and translation
B All reproductive processes result in offspring receiving the same genetic information as the parents
C All organisms have reliable means of passing genetic information to
offspring through reproduction, whether asexual or sexual
D Sexual reproduction results in allele combinations producing traits that improve an organism’s chance of survival ensuring the continuity of that life form over time.

Answer 1

Option B is incorrect because it does not account for the genetic variability introduced through sexual reproduction, where offspring inherit a mix of genes from both parents. Continuity of life forms relies on various reproductive strategies ensuring the passage of genetic information, including both asexual and sexual reproduction.

Step-by-step explanation:

Among the processes all organisms share, the correct option that does not apply is: B. All reproductive processes result in offspring receiving the same genetic information as the parents. This statement is not accurate because during sexual reproduction, offspring receive a combination of genetic information from both parents, which results in variability within a species. Continuity of life forms on Earth relies on the profound ability of organisms to pass genetic information to the next generation. This is achieved through various reproductive strategies, including asexual and sexual reproduction.

Both multicellular and single-celled organisms follow a life cycle that involves growth, development, and reproduction. In multicellular organisms, specialized reproductive germ cells give rise to new individuals. During this process, genetic material (DNA) is inherited, ensuring that offspring will belong to the same species but also providing a chance for variation through recombination of alleles in sexual reproduction. The cell cycle is a highly conserved series of steps across eukaryotes that involves the replication of DNA and division of cells to ensure that life can continue from one generation to the next.