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What is the primary method of reproduction for prokaryotes?
What is the primary method of reproduction for prokaryotes?
- Conjugation
- Fragmentation
- Budding
- Binary fission (correct)
Why is mutation a major source of genetic variation in prokaryotes?
Why is mutation a major source of genetic variation in prokaryotes?
- Due to high mutation rates
- Due to lack of sexual reproduction (correct)
- Due to gene transfer
- Due to environmental factors
What limits the reproduction of prokaryotes?
What limits the reproduction of prokaryotes?
- Nutrient exhaustion
- Metabolic waste accumulation
- Predation by other organisms
- All of the above (correct)
Why are prokaryotes important model organisms for studying evolution?
Why are prokaryotes important model organisms for studying evolution?
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What role does natural selection play in prokaryotic populations?
What role does natural selection play in prokaryotic populations?
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What is the primary method of reproduction for prokaryotes?
What is the primary method of reproduction for prokaryotes?
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What is the average generation time for prokaryotes?
What is the average generation time for prokaryotes?
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What is the major source of genetic variation in prokaryotes?
What is the major source of genetic variation in prokaryotes?
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Why are prokaryotes important model organisms for scientists studying evolution?
Why are prokaryotes important model organisms for scientists studying evolution?
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What limits the reproduction of prokaryotes?
What limits the reproduction of prokaryotes?
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