Asexual Vs Sexual Asvantagest And Disadvantages

Question 1

What are the advantages of Asexual reproduction ?

Answer 1

• one individual (conserve energy)
• no genetic change (thrive In stable environments)
• more efficient passing on of genes ( faster)

Question 2

What are the disadvantages of Asexual reproduction?

Answer 2

• no genetic variation

- genetically static (limited evolution)

Question 3

What are the advantages of Sexual reproduction?

Answer 3

• offspring are genetically unique
• favourable in changing environments
• slower reproduction but faster evolution
• lower extinction rates
• better adaption
• offspring diverse widely

Question 4

What are the disadvantages of Sexual reproduction ?

Answer 4

• need two parents (expend energy)
• only half the individuals are producing offspring
• less efficient passing on of genes