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The phenomenon of offspring nematodes developing from unfertilized eggs happens in:

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Hermaphrodites in nematodes can reproduce without mates, leading to offspring from unfertilized eggs.
  • Amphimixis
  • Parthenogenesis
  • Hermaphrodites
  • Endotokía matricida
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

While parthenogenesis involves development from unfertilized eggs, in nematodes the presence of hermaphrodites allows self
fertilization and reproduction, which can lead to offspring without typical mating. Hence, this key marks hermaphroditism as the answer.
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