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Does external fertilization fertilize more eggs than internal fertilization ?

April 26, 2017Biology eggs external Fertilization fertilize Internal Mathematics

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Does external fertilization fertilize more eggs than internal fertilization ?

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Generally, yes. The fertilized eggs are protected in internal fertilization, so a larger number of offspring can be produced with fewer eggs. In external fertilization the eggs are exposed and just about defenseless against predators, so a larger number of eggs are required to overcome predation.