What is the term for asexual reproduction in insects where an unfertilized egg develops into an adult?

The term for asexual reproduction in insects where an unfertilized egg develops into an adult is parthenogenesis. This process allows some species to reproduce without the need for males or fertilization. In parthenogenesis, the offspring are genetically similar to the mother, as they are produced from an unfertilized egg. This form of reproduction is advantageous in stable environments where the ability to produce offspring quickly can be beneficial, particularly when mates are scarce.

Regeneration refers to the ability of an organism to regrow lost body parts, which is not related to the reproduction process. Cloning typically involves creating a genetically identical copy of an organism, usually through artificial means, and is not a natural reproductive strategy like parthenogenesis. Binary fission is a method of asexual reproduction seen in unicellular organisms, like bacteria, where a single organism divides into two separate entities, and therefore, does not apply to insect reproduction.