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Which process ensures genetic diversity in offspring by producing gametes with half the genetic material of the parent cells?
Which process ensures genetic diversity in offspring by producing gametes with half the genetic material of the parent cells?
- Cloning
- Meiosis (correct)
- Mitosis
- Fertilization
What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction in terms of genetic variation?
What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction in terms of genetic variation?
- Creation of identical offspring
- More efficient energy expenditure
- Production of clones
- Enhanced adaptability to changing environments (correct)
What is the result of the fusion of sperm and egg during fertilization?
What is the result of the fusion of sperm and egg during fertilization?
- Specialized cell division
- Production of gametes
- Formation of clones
- Development of a zygote (correct)
How does asexual reproduction differ from sexual reproduction in terms of offspring genetic makeup?
How does asexual reproduction differ from sexual reproduction in terms of offspring genetic makeup?
What is the primary role of meiosis in sexual reproduction?
What is the primary role of meiosis in sexual reproduction?
Which reproductive process requires the production of gametes with half the genetic material?
Which reproductive process requires the production of gametes with half the genetic material?
What is a key feature of asexual reproduction when compared to sexual reproduction?
What is a key feature of asexual reproduction when compared to sexual reproduction?
What is the significance of genetic diversity in promoting adaptability to changing environments?
What is the significance of genetic diversity in promoting adaptability to changing environments?
Why is sexual reproduction considered more advantageous than asexual reproduction in terms of adaptability?
Why is sexual reproduction considered more advantageous than asexual reproduction in terms of adaptability?