Are the life cycles of mammals all the same?

In this lesson, we will learn about sexual reproduction in mammals. We will also examine the life cycle of mammals, particularly the gestation period. Then, we will learn about the different groups of mammals. Finally, we will present and interpret data.

Are the life cycles of mammals all the same?

In this lesson, we will learn about sexual reproduction in mammals. We will also examine the life cycle of mammals, particularly the gestation period. Then, we will learn about the different groups of mammals. Finally, we will present and interpret data.

Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Describe the process of sexual reproduction
  2. Describe and compare the life cycles of different types of mammal

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5 Questions

Q1.
In a frog's life cycle, after eggs they develop into...
Correct answer: Embryos
Tadpoles
Tadpoles with four legs
Tadpoles with two legs
Q2.
Which of these animals is known to go through the complete process of metamorphosis?
Correct answer: A butterfly
A cricket
A dog
A duck
Q3.
Amphibians are...
Correct answer: Cold-blooded
Freezing-blooded
Hot-blooded
Warm-blooded
Q4.
All insects have...
2 legs
4 legs
Correct answer: 6 legs
8 legs
Q5.
An insect is at the ____ stage when they are undergoing a complete transformation (metamorphosis).
Egg
Insect
Larva
Correct answer: Pupa

5 Questions

Q1.
In sexual reproduction, what do you need in order for fertilisation to occur?
Asexual cells
Female cells
Correct answer: Male and female sex cells
Male cells
Q2.
Which of these is not true for ALL mammals?
They all die
They all grow
Correct answer: They all hatch from eggs
They are all born
Q3.
The maximum gestation period for a mammal is 1 year
Correct answer: False
True
Q4.
Which of these is NOT an example of a placental mammal?
Cat
Elephant
Human
Correct answer: Kangaroo
Q5.
Which of these animals is an example of a Monotreme mammal?
Dog
Correct answer: Platypus
Rabbit
Wombat

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UnitScience / Reproductive cycles

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