Explain sexual reproduction.
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for an explanation of sexual reproduction. This involves describing the process by which organisms combine genetic material from two parents to produce offspring.
Answer
Sexual reproduction combines genetic material from two parents to create offspring with genetic variation.
Sexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction involving the fusion of male and female gametes from two parents, resulting in offspring with genetic variation.
Answer for screen readers
Sexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction involving the fusion of male and female gametes from two parents, resulting in offspring with genetic variation.
More Information
Sexual reproduction is common among eukaryotes, with over 99.99% of them reproducing sexually at least occasionally.
Tips
A common mistake is thinking that only animals reproduce sexually; many plants and other organisms also reproduce sexually.
Sources
- Sexual reproduction | Definition, Process, & Plants | Britannica - britannica.com
- Sexual Reproduction - National Geographic Education - education.nationalgeographic.org
- Sexual reproduction and genetic variation (article) | Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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