Sexual vs. Asexual Reproduction

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What is asexual reproduction?

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Asexual reproduction is a type of reproduction that involves only one parent organism duplicating itself, resulting in offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.

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What is sexual reproduction?

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Sexual reproduction is a type of reproduction that involves two parent cells, typically a sperm and an egg, combining to create offspring that have genetic material from both parents.

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Which type of reproduction requires more time and energy?

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Sexual reproduction requires more time and energy compared to asexual reproduction.

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What is vegetative propagation?

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Vegetative propagation is a form of asexual reproduction where a new plant grows from a part of the parent plant, such as a clipping.

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How much DNA do offspring receive from their parents in sexual reproduction?

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In sexual reproduction, offspring receive half of their DNA from each parent, resulting in a combination of genetic traits.

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Give an example of an organism that reproduces asexually.

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Bacteria reproduce asexually through a process called binary fission.

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Give an example of an organism that reproduces sexually.

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Humans reproduce sexually, with offspring resulting from the combination of sperm and egg.

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What is the main advantage of asexual reproduction?

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The main advantage of asexual reproduction is that it allows for rapid population growth since only one parent is needed.

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What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction?

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The main advantage of sexual reproduction is genetic diversity, which can enhance survival in changing environments.

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What is binary fission?

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Binary fission is a method of asexual reproduction where a single organism divides into two identical organisms.