Question

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Fish eggs that are fertilized externally are typically clustered and covered in a thick, jelly-like substance.
What is most likely the function of this substance?
a) to protect the eggs and keep them consistently warm inside the parent's body
b) to protect the eggs and keep them safe from any harmful environmental conditions
c) to ensure that only a few of the eggs are fertilized by sperm since external fertilization is uncommon and risky
d) to ensure that only some of the eggs are fertilized by sperm so others can be fertilized internally

Answer 1

The correct answer is B: to protect the eggs and keep them consistently warm inside the parent's body. It is correct on edge

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Answer 2

Don't get me wrong but I think it's B

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