Lecture 8. Animal Diversity: Plant Reproductive Strategies Flashcards
1
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What are the advantages of asexual reproduction ?
A
- No mate required
- Rapid and saves energy
- Adapted to current environment
2
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What are the disadvantages of asexual reproduction ?
A
- Low genetic variability
- Adaptation is difficult
- Retards evolution
3
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What are the advantages of sexual reproduction ?
A
- High genetic variability
- Facilitates adaption
- Facilitates evolution
4
Q
What are the disadvantages of sexual reproduction ?
A
- Mate required
- Energy costly
- Slower than asexual
5
Q
How does asexual reproduction of lichen occur ?
A
Via soredia and fragmentation
6
Q
How does sexual reproduction of lichen occur ?
A
The fungi reproduce via ascospores
7
Q
What is lichen ?
A
A mutualistic association of algae and fungal mycellium
8
Q
What does each soredium consist of ?
A
An algal body and fungal filaments
