As cleavage continues during frog development, the size of the blastomeres ________.
A) increases as the number of the blastomeres decreases
B) increases as the number of the blastomeres increases
C) decreases as the number of the blastomeres increases
D) decreases as the number of the blastomeres decreases

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

As cleavage continues during frog development, the zygote divides into smaller and smaller blastomeres, resulting in an increase in the number of blastomeres. However, the size of these blastomeres decreases as the number of blastomeres increases. Therefore, choice C is the correct answer.

As Cleavage Continues During Frog Development, the Size of the Blastomeres