SB3a Sexual and Asexual Reproduction Flashcards
1
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What is Asexual Reproduction
A
Producing new organisms from one parent only. These organisms are genetically identical to the parent.
2
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Clone
A
All the cells in a clone are genetically identical.
3
Q
Fertilisation
A
Fusing of a male gamete with a female gamete.
4
Q
Invertebrate
A
An animal without bones, such as an insect or worm.
5
Q
Mitosis
A
The process of diploid cells dividing to produce two diploid daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent.
6
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Sexual Reproduction
A
Reproduction that needs a male and a female parent.
7
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Variation
A
Differences in the characteristics of organisms.
8
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Vertebrate
A
Animals with bones, such as a human.
