sexual reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
what is sexual reproduction?
A
-process involving the fusion of two gametes to form a zygote
-produce genetically dissimilar offspring
2
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what is meiosis?
A
-cell division giving rise to genetically dissimilar cells
-chromosome number is halved due to separation of homologous chromosomes
3
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what is the difference between a haploid and diploid cell>
A
-haploid cell has one set of chromosomes
-diploid cell has two sets of chromosome, one from male, one from female
4
Q
why is meiosis important?
A
-produce haploid gametes
-produce gametes that are genetically dissimilar
5
Q
what are the advantages of sexual reproduction?
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- offspring may inherit beneficial qualities from both parents
- genetic variation in the offspring-better adapted to environment
6
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what are the disadvantages of sexual reproduction?
A
- requires two parents
- fusion of gametes required
- slower method
