6th Grade Sexual vs Asexual Reproduction

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What is asexual reproduction?

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A form of reproduction where offspring are produced from a single parent, resulting in genetically identical offspring.

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What is sexual reproduction?

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A form of reproduction that involves the fusion of gametes (sperm and egg) from two parents, resulting in genetically diverse offspring.

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What is a gamete?

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A general name for a sex cell, which can be either an egg or a sperm.

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What is a key advantage of asexual reproduction?

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It allows for rapid population growth since only one parent is needed.

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What is a disadvantage of asexual reproduction?

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New species of organisms cannot come into being, limiting genetic diversity.

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In asexual reproduction, how many parents contribute genetic material?

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Only one parent contributes genetic material.

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What type of organisms typically reproduce asexually?

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Simple organisms, such as bacteria and some plants.

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What is binary fission?

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A method of asexual reproduction where a single organism divides into two identical organisms.

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What is budding?

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A form of asexual reproduction where a new organism grows from a part of the parent organism.

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What is fragmentation?

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A type of asexual reproduction where an organism breaks into fragments, and each fragment can develop into a new organism.