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WAEC Biology 2017 Theory — Question 20

Question 20 of 26 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Biology 2017 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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6(b) State the adaptive features of the egg of a domestic fowl.

Model answer

The shell of the egg protects it externally; The airspace enhances respiration; The albumen and the yolk nourish the embryo; The chalaza holds the yolk and the embryo in position within the albumen.

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