Cell Division - Sexual Reproduction

Question 1

sexual production

Answer 1

• 2 cells become 1
• Organisms create haploid cells that can join together during fertilization.
• Cells are created through the process of meiosis.
• Advantage:
• Creates genetic variation within a population.
• Variation provides species with an advantage in regards to disease and aids in their evolution.
• Disadvantages:
• Organisms must expend time and energy to find/court a mate.
• Slower process to repopulate.​​