Prokaryotic Reproduction Quiz
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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?

  • 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?

  • Nutrient exhaustion
  • Metabolic waste accumulation
  • Predation by other organisms
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Why are prokaryotes important model organisms for studying evolution?

    <p>Rapid adaptation to environmental changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does natural selection play in prokaryotic populations?

    <p>Favors gene mutations that confer greater fitness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary method of reproduction for prokaryotes?

    <p>Binary fission</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the average generation time for prokaryotes?

    <p>1–3 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major source of genetic variation in prokaryotes?

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

    Why are prokaryotes important model organisms for scientists studying evolution?

    <p>Rapid adaptation to environmental changes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What limits the reproduction of prokaryotes?

    <p>Nutrient exhaustion and accumulation of metabolic wastes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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