JAMB Biology 1984 Question 25

Question 25

Reproduction in Animals

Use Fig. 2 (transverse section of a fowl's egg) to answer this question. Which parts provide food for the developing chick?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.2 and 3
  2. B.4 and 5
  3. C.3 and 4
  4. D.2 and 5
  5. E.1 and 2.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (3 and 4)

Explanation

The yolk (3) and the albumen or egg white (4) are the food stores used by the growing chick.