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What is a gamete?
What does sexual reproduction involve?
In which organisms is sexual reproduction most common?
What is the result of the combination of gametes in sexual reproduction?
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Where does sexual reproduction not occur?
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Study Notes
Gamete and Sexual Reproduction
- A gamete is a specialized cell that fuses with another gamete during sexual reproduction, resulting in the formation of a zygote.
Sexual Reproduction
- Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of two gametes, each contributing half of the genetic material, to form a zygote with a complete set of chromosomes.
- This process increases genetic diversity by combining genetic information from two parents.
Commonality of Sexual Reproduction
- Sexual reproduction is most common in multicellular organisms, such as animals, plants, and fungi.
Result of Gamete Combination
- The result of the combination of gametes in sexual reproduction is a zygote, which develops into a new individual with a unique combination of genetic traits.
Exceptions to Sexual Reproduction
- Sexual reproduction does not occur in single-celled organisms, such as bacteria, which reproduce asexually through binary fission or other mechanisms.
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Test your knowledge of sexual reproduction with this quiz! Explore the complex life cycle involving gametes, zygotes, and chromosome sets typical in animal reproduction.
