Asexual vs Sexual reproduction

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What is Asexual Reproduction?

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A type of reproduction that involves only one parent, resulting in offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.

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What is Sexual Reproduction?

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A type of reproduction that involves two parents, resulting in offspring that have genetic variation.

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What is a gamete?

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A reproductive cell that fuses with another gamete during fertilization; in animals, the male gamete is sperm and the female gamete is ovum.

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What is Binary Fission?

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A type of asexual reproduction where a single cell divides into two identical cells.

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What is Budding?

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A form of asexual reproduction where a new organism develops from an outgrowth 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.

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What is Vegetative Propagation?

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A form of asexual reproduction in plants where new individuals arise from vegetative parts like stems, roots, or leaves.

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What is a disadvantage of Asexual Reproduction?

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Lack of genetic variation, which can make it difficult for organisms to adapt to changing environments.

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What is a benefit of Asexual Reproduction?

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Only one parent is needed, allowing for rapid population growth.

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What are the male and female gametes in animal sexual reproduction?

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Male gamete: Sperm; Female gamete: Ovum.