12 Questions
Why is reproduction important for ensuring the continuity of a species?
To pass genetic information to the next generation
What is a characteristic of offspring in sexual reproduction?
They receive genetic material from both parents
Which method of reproduction is known for being time-efficient?
Binary fission
What is a disadvantage of asexual reproduction?
Limited genetic variation
Which type of reproduction allows an organism to produce offspring whenever they want?
Budding
What is the primary advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction?
Genetic diversity
What is the main advantage of internal fertilization over external fertilization?
Increased protection of gametes from the external environment
What is the main disadvantage of asexual reproduction in plants?
Limited genetic diversity
What type of organisms typically reproduce using binary fission?
Prokaryotic organisms
What is the result of fertilization in animals?
Formation of a diploid zygote
What is one advantage of external fertilization?
Less energy required to find a mate
Which type of organisms can reproduce both asexually and sexually?
Protists
Explore the mechanisms of reproduction and how they ensure the continuity of a species. Analyze sexual and asexual methods of reproduction in animals, plants, fungi, bacteria, and protists. Topics include advantages of external and internal fertilization, asexual and sexual reproduction in plants, budding and spores in fungi, binary fission in bacteria, and binary fission and budding in protists.
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