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Which type of asexual reproduction involves the division of a single cell into two identical daughter cells?
Which type of asexual reproduction involves the division of a single cell into two identical daughter cells?
What is the process by which an organism breaks into fragments, each of which grows into a new individual?
What is the process by which an organism breaks into fragments, each of which grows into a new individual?
Which type of asexual reproduction involves the growth of a new individual from a bud on the parent organism?
Which type of asexual reproduction involves the growth of a new individual from a bud on the parent organism?
What is the process by which an organism produces spores that can grow into new individuals?
What is the process by which an organism produces spores that can grow into new individuals?
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Which type of asexual reproduction involves the growth of a new plant from a vegetative part of the parent plant?
Which type of asexual reproduction involves the growth of a new plant from a vegetative part of the parent plant?
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What is the result of binary fission in bacteria?
What is the result of binary fission in bacteria?
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In which type of asexual reproduction does the parent organism break into fragments, each of which grows into a new individual?
In which type of asexual reproduction does the parent organism break into fragments, each of which grows into a new individual?
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What is the purpose of spore formation in organisms?
What is the purpose of spore formation in organisms?
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Study Notes
Asexual Reproduction
Binary Fission
- A type of asexual reproduction where a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells
- Occurs in bacteria, protozoa, and some algae
- Process:
- Cell growth and replication of genetic material
- Cell division into two identical daughter cells
- Each daughter cell receives a complete set of genetic material
Budding
- A type of asexual reproduction where a new individual grows from a bud on the parent organism
- Occurs in yeast, hydra, and some corals
- Process:
- Formation of a bud on the parent organism
- Growth and differentiation of the bud into a new individual
- Separation of the new individual from the parent
Fragmentation
- A type of asexual reproduction where an organism breaks into fragments, each of which grows into a new individual
- Occurs in some invertebrates, such as starfish and worms
- Process:
- Breaking of the parent organism into fragments
- Regeneration of missing body parts in each fragment
- Growth of each fragment into a new individual
Spore Formation
- A type of asexual reproduction where an organism produces spores, which can grow into new individuals
- Occurs in fungi, plants, and some bacteria
- Process:
- Production of spores by the parent organism
- Dispersal of spores into the environment
- Germination of spores into new individuals
Vegetative Propagation
- A type of asexual reproduction where a new plant grows from a vegetative part of the parent plant
- Occurs in plants, such as potatoes, garlic, and strawberries
- Process:
- Formation of a vegetative part, such as a tuber or runner
- Growth of a new plant from the vegetative part
- Separation of the new plant from the parent plant
Asexual Reproduction
Binary Fission
- A single cell divides into two identical daughter cells, occurring in bacteria, protozoa, and some algae
- Cell growth and replication of genetic material precede cell division
- Each daughter cell receives a complete set of genetic material
Budding
- A new individual grows from a bud on the parent organism, occurring in yeast, hydra, and some corals
- Formation of a bud on the parent organism precedes growth and differentiation into a new individual
- The new individual separates from the parent after growth and differentiation
Fragmentation
- An organism breaks into fragments, each of which grows into a new individual, occurring in some invertebrates, such as starfish and worms
- Breaking of the parent organism into fragments is followed by regeneration of missing body parts
- Each fragment grows into a new individual after regeneration
Spore Formation
- An organism produces spores, which can grow into new individuals, occurring in fungi, plants, and some bacteria
- Spores are produced by the parent organism and dispersed into the environment
- Germination of spores into new individuals occurs after dispersal
Vegetative Propagation
- A new plant grows from a vegetative part of the parent plant, occurring in plants, such as potatoes, garlic, and strawberries
- Formation of a vegetative part, such as a tuber or runner, precedes growth of a new plant
- The new plant separates from the parent plant after growth from the vegetative part
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Explore different types of asexual reproduction, including binary fission and budding, and their processes in various organisms.