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Define external and internal fertilization. Mention disadvantages of external fertilization.

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External Fertilization : When the fusion of male and female gametes takes place outside the body of an organism, it is called external fertilization.
Example : Frog

Internal Fertilization : When the fusion of male and female gametes takes place inside the body of female organism is called internal fertilization.
Example : Goat.

Disadvantages of External Fertilization :

  • It requires a medium for fusion of gametes.
  • It is not ensured and there are chances of wastage and distinction of gametes.
  • The young ones are often exposed to predators and no parental care is provided.

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