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Explore the Latest Biology Standard 12 Textbook with Our Interactive Quiz!

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Explore the Latest Biology Standard 12 Textbook with Our Interactive Quiz!

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When was this textbook approved by the Coordination Committee?

This textbook was approved by the Coordination Committee on 30.01.2020.

What is the purpose of the Coordination Committee formed by GR No. Abhyas?

The purpose of the Coordination Committee is to approve and prescribe textbooks for academic implementation.

How can students access additional study material related to each lesson?

Students can access additional study material by scanning the Q.R.Code on the textbook page using the DIKSHA App on their smartphones.

When will the implementation of this textbook begin?

The implementation of this textbook will begin from the academic year 2020-21. Signup and view all the answers

Who holds the rights to the book?

The Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research holds the rights to the book. Signup and view all the answers

What is reproduction and why is it important?

Reproduction is the process of producing new organisms from existing organisms of the same species. It is important for the continuation and maintenance of a species, increasing their numbers, maintaining population size, transmitting hereditary characters, and supporting the process of evolution. Signup and view all the answers

What are the two types of reproduction?

The two types of reproduction are asexual reproduction (apomixis) and sexual reproduction (amphimixis). Signup and view all the answers

How does asexual reproduction differ from sexual reproduction?

Asexual reproduction involves only one parent and does not involve the fusion of gametes. Cell division occurs through mitosis. There is no involvement of gametes, and the offspring is genetically similar to the parent. It is a fast process and does not result in variation. On the other hand, sexual reproduction involves two parents and the formation and fusion of gametes. Cell division occurs through meiosis. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of asexual reproduction?

Asexual reproduction helps in the rapid multiplication of organisms and allows them to colonize new habitats quickly. It also ensures the preservation of favorable genetic traits without the need for genetic recombination. Signup and view all the answers

What is the importance of sexual reproduction?

Sexual reproduction leads to genetic variation and diversity among offspring. It allows for the adaptation of organisms to changing environments and contributes to the process of evolution. Signup and view all the answers

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Textbook Information

The textbook was approved by the Coordination Committee on 30.01.2020 and implemented from academic year 2020-21.
The textbook is published by the Maharashtra State Bureau of Textbook Production and Curriculum Research, Pune, 2020.

Importance of Reproduction

Reproduction is essential to continue and maintain the species.
It helps organisms increase their number and maintain population size.
It transmits specific hereditary characters from parents to offspring.
It supports the process of evolution.

Types of Reproduction

Asexual Reproduction (Apomixis):
- Takes place without the fusion of gametes.
- Only one parent is involved.
- Cell division occurs only by mitosis.
- Offspring is genetically similar to the parents.
- It is a fast process.
- Variation does not occur.
Sexual Reproduction (Amphimixis):
- Takes place by the formation and fusion of gametes.
- Two parents are involved.
- Cell division involves meiosis.
- Gametes are involved.
- Offspring shows genetic variation.

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Test your Biology knowledge with our quiz on the new standard twelve textbook approved by the Coordination Committee. Learn about the latest updates and access the full text through the DIKSHA app. Prepare for the upcoming academic year with this interactive quiz.