Biology Chapter on Reproduction

Sexual Reproduction

• Sexual reproduction involves two parents contributing genetic material, resulting in offspring with a unique combination of genes.

Asexual Reproduction

• A major benefit of asexual reproduction is rapid population growth, as a single parent can produce numerous offspring.

Fragmentation

• Fragmentation, a type of asexual reproduction, is commonly seen in organisms like starfish and some plants. In fragmentation, a parent organism breaks into fragments, each capable of developing into a new individual.

Asexual Reproduction

• Asexual reproduction is the process where a single organism can produce offspring without fertilization, relying on the parent's genetic material alone.

Spore Formation

• Spore formation is a reproductive strategy that allows organisms to survive unfavorable conditions. Spores are durable structures that can withstand harsh environments and germinate when conditions become favorable.