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Non-genetic sex determination is found in :

A

Fruitfly

B

Bonellia

C

Cow

D

Birds

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Non-Genetic Sex Determination**: Non-genetic sex determination refers to a mechanism where the sex of an organism is determined by environmental factors rather than genetic factors (chromosomes). 2. **Identifying Examples**: The question asks for examples of organisms that exhibit non-genetic sex determination. The transcript mentions Bonavia (a type of worm), cows, and birds. 3. **Analyzing Each Example**: - **Cows**: Cows are mammals that exhibit genetic sex determination. Their sex is determined by the presence of XX (female) or XY (male) chromosomes. Therefore, they do not fall under non-genetic sex determination. - **Birds**: In birds, sex is also determined genetically by the presence of ZZ (male) or ZW (female) chromosomes. Thus, birds also do not exhibit non-genetic sex determination. - **Bonavia**: This is a type of worm that exhibits non-genetic sex determination. The sex of Bonavia is determined by environmental factors, specifically whether they are attached to their female mother (male) or not (female). 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer to the question is Bonavia, as it is the only example provided that demonstrates non-genetic sex determination. 5. **Final Answer**: Non-genetic sex determination is found in Bonavia (a type of worm). ---
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