Heredity and Evolution: Reproduction and Variation
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What is the mechanism by which variations are created and inherited?

  • Asexual reproduction
  • Environmental factors
  • Sexual reproduction (correct)
  • Genetic mutation

In which type of reproduction are distinct variations visible among different individuals?

  • Cloning
  • Sexual reproduction (correct)
  • Asexual reproduction
  • Budding

What process maximizes the number of successful variations in organisms?

  • Genetic mutation
  • Natural selection
  • Sexual reproduction (correct)
  • Asexual reproduction

Where do we find very little variations among individual plants, such as sugarcane?

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What is the long-term consequence of the accumulation of variations?

<p>Evolution (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Sexual Reproduction Variations?

Sexual reproduction creates distinct variations in offspring.

Asexual Reproduction Variations?

Asexual reproduction produces little variation among offspring.

Variations and Evolution?

Variations accumulate over time, leading to evolution.

Successful Variations?

Sexual reproduction maximizes successful variations.

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Sugarcane Variations?

Sugarcane, reproduced asexually, shows little variation.

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