Cell Division and Asexual Reproduction
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Cell Division and Asexual Reproduction

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What is the main disadvantage of asexual reproduction?

  • Increased genetic variation
  • Inability to regenerate cells
  • Rapid population decline
  • Lack of biodiversity within a population (correct)
  • Which of the following describes the process of fertilisation in sexual reproduction?

  • It occurs through binary fission.
  • It involves the uniting of male and female gametes. (correct)
  • It always results in identical offspring.
  • It requires the presence of spores.
  • Which statement is true about the male and female gametes produced during sexual reproduction?

  • Female gametes usually carry food reserves. (correct)
  • Male gametes are larger and less mobile.
  • Both male and female gametes are required for asexual reproduction.
  • Male gametes develop into the embryo directly.
  • What form of asexual reproduction involves the fragmentation of an organism?

    <p>Regeneration</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of reproduction can lead to rapid population growth of identical members?

    <p>Asexual reproduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of sexual reproduction in eukaryotes?

    <p>It involves the production of two different types of gametes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the female gamete play after fertilisation?

    <p>It becomes the seed or egg for the embryo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes a common method of asexual reproduction in plants?

    <p>Development of runners, rhizomes, and tubers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of polypeptide synthesis in inheritance?

    <p>It mobilizes inherited qualities into cellular structures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term describes the traits of an organism, such as height and eye color?

    <p>Phenotype</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the environment in the womb impact health, according to Craig's research?

    <p>It affects health outcomes throughout adulthood.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a point mutation?

    <p>A change in one nucleotide in a DNA sequence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can result from a point mutation?

    <p>Substitution of one amino acid for another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept does the term 'genome' refer to?

    <p>The arrangement of DNA in an organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Brian Byrne's investigation reveal about literacy development in twins?

    <p>Classroom environment has a negligible impact on literacy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mutation occurs during cell division and can lead to congenital abnormalities?

    <p>Chromosomal mutation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of chromosomal mutation?

    <p>Insertion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Berkovic's findings, what was disproven about certain forms of epilepsy?

    <p>Most forms are caused by genetic mutations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are researchers Sachdev and Trollor investigating in relation to amyloid plaque development?

    <p>The balance between genetic and environmental contributions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do somatic mutations affect an organism?

    <p>They only affect the specific cells and tissues where they occur.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about genotype is correct?

    <p>Genotype represents the genetic constitution of an organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of mutation occurs in germ-line cells?

    <p>It can lead to inherited diseases.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about chromosomal mutations?

    <p>They can result from exposure to radiation or chemicals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential consequence of a frameshift mutation?

    <p>It can change the entire amino acid sequence downstream.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do mutations play in genetic variation?

    <p>They are the ultimate source of new alleles and genetic change.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does meiosis contribute to genetic variation?

    <p>Through random segregation of chromosomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of fertilisation on genetic variation?

    <p>It allows for new combinations of alleles from both parents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential effect of mutations on the gene pool?

    <p>They can change allele frequency in the gene pool.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of in-vitro fertilisation in relation to genetic diseases?

    <p>It is a method to reduce the chance of genetic diseases using genetic screening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial effect of mutation on the gene pool?

    <p>Initially increases the variety of alleles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is identified as the least important in altering gene pool composition?

    <p>Genetic drift</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the overall impact of gene flow on a population?

    <p>Generally positive by increasing genetic diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can conservation management practices influence gene flow?

    <p>By maintaining wildlife corridors to facilitate movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be a possible impact of mutation on the gene pool?

    <p>It can result in positive, negative, or neutral effects</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what type of populations are the effects of genetic drift more notable?

    <p>Small populations with limited diversity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do transgenic crops play in biotechnology?

    <p>They counter abiotic and biotic factors in crop production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What potential benefit do crops with increased nutritional content provide?

    <p>They increase vitamin content, improving health benefits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Cell Division

    • Cell division involves mitosis and cytokinesis, resulting in two identical daughter cells.
    • Mitosis is a process of nuclear division, followed by cytokinesis, which divides the cytoplasm to create two separate cells.
    • Each daughter cell contains a complete set of chromosomes from the parent cell.
    • The process ensures that each daughter cell receives a full set of genetic material.

    Asexual Reproduction

    • Asexual reproduction involves a single parent producing genetically identical offspring.
    • Common in plants, including runners, rhizomes, tubers, bulbs, corms, and spores.
    • Some simple animals (starfish, flatworms) can regenerate from fragments.
    • Parthenogenesis: development of an unfertilized ovum into a new organism (e.g., some shrimp, bees, ants).
    • Binary fission: cell division used by unicellular organisms for asexual reproduction.
    • Budding: an outgrowth or asymmetric cell division leading to new individuals.
    • Advantages: Only one parent required, rapid population growth.
    • Disadvantages: Lack of biodiversity within a population, potential for overpopulation.

    Sexual Reproduction

    • Involves the fusion of two different types of gametes (male and female).
    • Occurs widely in animals and seed-bearing plants, including angiosperms (flowering) and gymnosperms (cone-bearing).
    • Also occurs in primitive plants like ferns, mosses, and liverworts.
    • Fungi may reproduce sexually under unfavorable conditions.
    • Male gamete is smaller and more mobile, while the female gamete is larger and contains food reserves.
    • The female gamete develops into a seed or egg for the embryo.
    • Fertilization unites male and female gametes, creating a zygote.
    • The zygote develops through mitotic cell divisions and differentiation into an embryo.
    • Population growth in sexual reproduction often depends on the number of females and their reproductive cycles.
    • Occurs in eukaryotes.

    Polypeptide Synthesis

    • Inheritance and species continuity rely heavily on polypeptide synthesis.
    • Polypeptide synthesis translates genetic information encoded in DNA into cellular structures and functions.

    Phenotypic Expression

    • Genome: the total base composition and arrangement of DNA in an organism.
    • Genotype: the genetic makeup of an organism.
    • Phenotype: the observable traits of an organism, such as height and eye color.
    • Environmental factors can influence phenotypic expression, alongside genetic influences.

    Research on Environmental and Genetic Impacts

    • Environmental influences in the womb can have lasting effects on health.
    • Literacy development can be influenced by both genetics and environmental factors.
    • Genetic mutations can be involved in specific diseases, even epilepsy.
    • Research is ongoing to understand the interaction of environmental and genetic factors in various conditions, such as amyloid plaque development.

    Types of Mutations

    • Point mutation involves a change in a single nucleotide in the DNA sequence.
    • Can occur spontaneously during DNA replication or induced by environmental factors.
    • Can lead to amino acid substitutions in proteins or alter gene expression.
    • Other point mutations include insertions or deletions, potentially resulting in frame-shift mutations.

    Chromosomal Mutations

    • Occur in cells undergoing division due to exposure to radiation, chemicals, or spontaneous errors.
    • Involve chromosome rearrangements and changes in chromosome numbers.
    • Main types: deletion, duplication, inversion, translocation.
    • Can impact offspring in case of germ-line cell mutations.
    • Can lead to cell death or loss of function in somatic cells, potentially contributing to cancer.

    Somatic Mutations

    • Occur in somatic or normal body cells after conception.
    • Not inherited by offspring.
    • Affect specific cells and tissues.
    • Can cause cancer and disease in individuals.
    • Do not directly change allele frequencies in a gene pool.

    Germ-line Mutations

    • Occur in germ-line cells (gametes) responsible for transmitting genetic material to offspring.
    • Can be inherited by offspring.
    • Result in inherited diseases and disorders.
    • Have the potential to alter allele frequencies in a gene pool.

    Causes of Genetic Variation

    • Mutations: the ultimate source of new alleles and genetic change.
    • Fertilization: combines different alleles.
    • Meiosis: random segregation and crossing over create new allele combinations.
    • Genetic variation is essential for adaptation and evolution.
    • In-vitro fertilization and genetic screening are used to minimize the risk of genetic diseases.

    The Effect of Mutation, Gene Flow, and Genetic Drift

    • Diversity within a gene pool is influenced by population size, mutations, natural selection, gene flow, and diverse environments.
    • Small populations are more susceptible to the effects of mutations, genetic drift, and gene flow.

    Biotechnology

    • Past uses include selective breeding, fermentation, and extraction of substances from plants and animals.
    • Present uses include: Agricultural applications: Transgenic crops, improved nutritional content, and pest resistance; Medical applications: Gene therapy, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals; Industrial applications: Biofuels, bioplastics.
    • Future uses include: Personalized medicine, synthetic biology, and bioremediation.

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    Explore the processes of cell division through mitosis and cytokinesis, leading to the formation of two identical daughter cells. Discover the various types of asexual reproduction found in plants and animals, including binary fission, budding, and parthenogenesis. This quiz will test your understanding of these essential biological concepts.

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