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The Evolution of Sexual Reproduction Quiz
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What is the primary purpose of sexual reproduction in eukaryotes?

  • To create a large pool of asexual organisms
  • To combine 2 gametes and reshuffle alleles through recombination (correct)
  • To reduce the energetic cost of finding and attracting mates
  • To ensure the survival of only the fittest alleles

    • What distinguishes gametes in eukaryotes?

  • Ability to survive independently
  • Size and mobility (correct)
  • Different reproductive organs
  • Genetic composition

    • What characterizes the persistence of asexual reproduction in bdelloid rotifers?

  • High rate of genetic mutations
  • Survival without sex for 80 million years and horizontal gene transfer (correct)
  • Limited genetic diversity
  • Rapid evolution of sexual reproduction

    • What is the main disadvantage of asexual reproduction in terms of genetic diversity?

    <p>Accumulation of deleterious mutations due to Muller ratchet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key advantage of sexual reproduction in terms of genetic adaptation?

    <p>Formation of combinations of alleles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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