Standard Science Primary 5 Cycles

Why do animals like mosquitoes lay many eggs at one time?

A To make sure at least some young survive to adulthood.
B To prevent the water from drying up.
C To ensure there is enough food for the larvae.
D Because most eggs are eaten by the adult mosquito.
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Step 1: Many eggs/young are often eaten by predators or killed by the environment. Step 2: To prevent extinction, organisms produce many young. Step 3: This ensures the continuation of the species.

Correct answer: To make sure at least some young survive to adulthood.

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