In rotifers and honey bees, the formation of new organism takes place without fertilization. This phenomenon is called _____.

parthenogenesis

The correct answer is Option (3) → parthenogenesis

The most vital event of sexual reproduction is perhaps the fusion of gametes. This process called syngamy results in the formation of a diploid zygote. The term fertilisation is also often used for this process. The terms syngamy and fertilisation are frequently used though , interchangeably.

An organism can develop from the female gametes, without fertilisation. This process is called parthenogenesis. It is seen in certain organisms like rotifers, aphids and honey bees, lizard.

Parthenogenesis is a form of reproduction in which an egg can develop into an embryo without being fertilized by a sperm.