BIOLOGY- REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISM LIFE SPAN Part 2.
BIOLOGY- REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISM LIFE SPAN Part 2.
]Here’s Part 2: Life Span in Organisms (Reproduction in Organisms)
Contents [hide]
- 0.0.1 LIFE SPAN OF ORGANISMS
- 0.0.2 What is Life Span?
- 0.0.3 Life Span of Different Organisms
- 0.0.4 Life Span vs. Size
- 0.0.5 Connection Between Life Span & Reproduction
- 0.0.6 BIOLOGY- REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISM LIFE SPAN Part 2.
- 0.0.7 Year Science – Botany Unit – 1 Reproduction in Organisms
- 0.0.8 CBSE Class 12 Biology – cloudfront.net
- 0.0.9 REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISMS
- 0.0.10 Chapter 2-Human Reproduction
- 0.0.11 NCERT-Class-12-Biology.pdf
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BIOLOGY – Reproduction in Organisms
LIFE SPAN OF ORGANISMS
What is Life Span?
The life span of an organism is the period from its birth to its natural death. It varies greatly among different species.
Life Span of Different Organisms
- Short-lived organisms:
- Mayfly – 1 day
- Rice plant – 3-4 months
- Moderate life span:
- Dog – 10-15 years
- Cow – 20-25 years
- Long-lived organisms:
- Elephant – 60-70 years
- Human – 80-100 years
- Banyan tree – 200-500 years
- Tortoise – 100-250 years
Life Span vs. Size
- Life span is not necessarily related to the size of an organism.
- Example: A parrot (140 years) lives longer than a crow (15 years) despite similar body sizes.
Connection Between Life Span & Reproduction
- Every organism has a limited life span, but reproduction ensures the continuity of species.
- No individual is immortal, except for some unicellular organisms like Amoeba, which divide continuously.
Would you like me to continue with Part 3: Asexual Reproduction?
BIOLOGY- REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISM LIFE SPAN Part 2.
Year Science – Botany Unit – 1 Reproduction in Organisms
CBSE Class 12 Biology – cloudfront.net
REPRODUCTION IN ORGANISMS
Chapter 2-Human Reproduction
NCERT-Class-12-Biology.pdf
Certainly! Here’s Part 2 of your Biology notes on “Reproduction in Organisms”, focusing on the Life Span concept. It’s ideal for Class 12, NEET, and foundational understanding.
BIOLOGY – Reproduction in Organisms
Part 2: Life Span
What is Life Span?
The life span of an organism is the period from birth to the natural death of that organism.
It is not necessarily related to size or complexity. For example, some insects may live only for a few days, while some large trees can live for thousands of years.
Key Features of Life Span
- Every organism has a definite life span.
- Different species have different life spans.
- It does not correlate directly with body size or intelligence.
Examples of Life Span in Various Organisms:
| Organism | Approximate Life Span |
|---|---|
| Mayfly | 1 day |
| Rice Plant | 3–4 months |
| Dog | 10–13 years |
| Crow | 15 years |
| Horse | 25–30 years |
| Elephant | 60–70 years |
| Parrot | 140 years |
| Tortoise | 100–150 years |
| Banyan Tree | Over 200 years |
Important Concepts Related to Life Span
Mortality:
- Death is the final event of the life span.
- Natural and inevitable for all living beings.
Reproduction Phase:
- Organisms generally reproduce during the mature phase of their life span.
Biological Immortality (Rare Cases):
- Some organisms like Hydra and Planaria show signs of regeneration and are said to be biologically immortal, though they still die due to external factors.
NEET MCQ Practice:
Q: Which of the following organisms has the shortest life span?
A) Crow
B) Rice Plant
C) Mayfly
D) Dog
Answer: C) Mayfly
Quick Recap:
- Life span = Birth ➝ Growth ➝ Maturity ➝ Ageing ➝ Death
- It varies greatly between species.
- Reproduction ensures continuity of species, even though individual life ends.
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