From the internet, gather information about the chromosome numbers of five animals and five plants. Correlate the number with the size of organism and answer the following questions.
(a) Do larger organisms have more number of chromosomes/cells?
(b) Can organism with fewer chromosomes reproduce more easil than orgamsms with more number of chromosomes?
(c) More the number of chromosomes/cells greater is the DNA content. Justify.

Explanation

No, process of reproduction follows a common pattern and is not dependent on the number of chromosomes. Ability to reproduce depends on a variety of factors like availability of nutrients, water, conducive environment and suitable mate. Number of chromosomes has no bearing on the ease by which an organism reproduces.