A new sea star species has been identified in Australia. This species is a hermaphrodite that self-fertilizes and keeps its young inside its body. Other species of sea stars in this genus have both male and female sea stars. They release eggs and sperm into the water where the egg is fertilized. How does the new sea star species influence our understanding of biology?

Question

How Do Starfish Reproduce Sexually and Asexually? - Starfish Reproduction

a
It shows that populations of organisms in a community stay the same.
b
It shows that populations of organisms have individuals that form with new traits.
c
It shows that populations of organisms interact with the nonliving environment.
d
It shows that populations of organisms can separate into new species.
e
It shows that populations of organisms have a certain carrying capacity.
f
It shows that populations of organisms share the same habitat.

pick all that apply

Answer 1

d. It shows that populations of organisms can separate into new species.

This new sea star species with its unique reproductive strategy demonstrates that populations of organisms can evolve and diverge into new species with different characteristics and behaviors. This expands our understanding of biology by highlighting the diversity and complexity of life on Earth.