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What is a characteristic of asexual reproduction?
What is a characteristic of asexual reproduction?
- It always results in offspring with different genetic makeup
- It occurs only in multicellular organisms
- It does not involve the fusion of gametes (correct)
- It leads to a change in the number of chromosomes
Which organisms primarily reproduce asexually?
Which organisms primarily reproduce asexually?
- Archaea and bacteria (correct)
- Fungi and vertebrates
- Prokaryotes and eukaryotes
- Plants and animals
What is the most common form of asexual reproduction in vertebrates?
What is the most common form of asexual reproduction in vertebrates?
- Budding
- Fragmentation
- Parthenogenesis (correct)
- Binary fission
What is the genetic relationship between offspring and parent in asexual reproduction?
What is the genetic relationship between offspring and parent in asexual reproduction?
What is a common example of asexual reproduction in certain lizards?
What is a common example of asexual reproduction in certain lizards?