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ZZ/ZW type of sex determination is seen in

A

Platypus

B

Snails

C

Cockroach

D

Peacock

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To solve the question regarding the ZZ/ZW type of sex determination, we will analyze each option provided in the question step by step. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand ZZ/ZW Sex Determination**: - In ZZ/ZW sex determination, males have two similar sex chromosomes (ZZ), while females have two different sex chromosomes (ZW). This is a common system found in birds, some reptiles, and some insects. 2. **Evaluate the Options**: - **Option A: Platypus**: - The platypus is a mammal that exhibits XY sex determination (males are XY and females are XX). This option is incorrect. - **Option B: Snails**: - Snails belong to the mollusks, which typically exhibit X0/X0 or XY sex determination. Males may have one X chromosome or none, while females have two X chromosomes. This option is also incorrect. - **Option C: Cockroach**: - Cockroaches have an X0/X0 sex determination system. Males can have either one X chromosome or none, while females have two X chromosomes. This option is incorrect as well. - **Option D: Peacock**: - Peacocks are birds and exhibit ZZ/ZW sex determination. Males have ZZ chromosomes, and females have ZW chromosomes. This option is correct. 3. **Conclusion**: - After analyzing all the options, we conclude that the ZZ/ZW type of sex determination is seen in **peacock**. ### Final Answer: The correct answer is **Option D: Peacock**. ---
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