sexual and asexual reproduction Flashcards
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advantages of asexual reproduction
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- one parent required
- can reproduce quickly
- takes less energy
2
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define ‘asexual reproduction’
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asexual reproduction is a process resulting in the production of genetically identical offspring from one parent
3
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disadvantages of asexual reproduction
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- lack of diversity
- prone to extinction
- risk of overpopulation
- can’t adapt
4
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define ‘ sexual reproduction’
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sexual reproduction is a process involving the fusion of the nuclei of two gametes to form a zygote and the production of offspring that are genetically different from each other
5
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what’s the difference between the nuclei of gametes and the nuclei of zygotes
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the nuclei of gametes are haploid and the nucleus of a zygote is diploid
6
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advantages of sexual reproduction
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- wide diversity
- promotes survival
- can adapt
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disadvantages of sexual reproduction
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