Sexual & Asexual Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main advantage to sexual reproduction?
A
The main advantage of sexual reproduction is the genetic diversity that it creates, allowing for better survival of offspring (adaptations).
2
Q
List the three different types of asexual reproduction.
A
- fragmentation
- budding
- fission
3
Q
Give 3 advantages of asexual reproduction.
A
- Quicker
- Less energy expenditure
- more reliable
4
Q
What are some disadvantages of sexual reproduction?
A
- slow
- large energy expenditure
- STDs
- Competition/suitable partner/defence of partner
5
Q
What are the two main disadvantages of asexual reproduction?
A
- no/little genetic variation
- susceptible to disease (may affect entire population)
6
Q
Give two reasons that organisms reproduce.
A
- The renewal of the species.
2. The enhancement of the species.
