Reproduction and Cell Division Quiz

Write one or more paragraphs that compare the two methods of reproduction, asexual and sexual. Your answer must include at least: - one similarity between the two methods - one difference between the two methods - one example of an organism that reproduces by asexual reproduction - one example of an organism that reproduces by sexual reproduction

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A colony of red bacteria is allowed to reproduce for 16 generations. A scientist examines the colony at the end of the time and notes that all the individuals are almost identical in all characteristics. This evidence suggests that the bacteria

• did not receive the proper nutrients

• reproduce sexually

• exchange genetic material

• reproduced asexually

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One way to produce large numbers of genetically identical offspring is by

• cloning

• fertilization

• changing genes by agents such as radiation or chemicals

• inserting a DNA segment into a different DNA molecule

The diagram below illustrates the process of cell division. What is the significance of anaphase in this process?

• Anaphase usually ensures that each daughter cell has the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

• Anaphase usually ensures that each daughter cell has twice as many chromosomes as the parent cell.

• In anaphase, the cell splits in half.

• In anaphase, the DNA is being replicated.

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When a planarian (a type of worm) is cut in half, each half usually grows back into a complete worm over time. This situation most closely resembles:

• asexual reproduction in which a mutation has occurred

• sexual reproduction in which each half represents one parent

• asexual reproduction of a single-celled organism

• sexual reproduction of a single-celled organism

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The sequence of events occurring in the life cycle of a bacterium is listed below. This sequence most closely resembles the process of:

• recombination

• zygote formation

• mitotic cell division

• meiotic cell division

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A technique used to reproduce plants is shown in the diagram below. This technique is a form of:

• sexual reproduction

• asexual reproduction

• gamete production

• gene manipulation

The accompanying diagram can be used to illustrate a process directly involved in:

• tissue repair

• meiosis

• recombination

• sexual reproduction

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Which phrases best identify characteristics of asexual reproduction?

• one parent, union of gametes, offspring similar to but not genetically identical to the parent

• one parent, no union of gametes, offspring genetically identical to parents

• two parents, union of gametes, offspring similar to but not genetically identical to parents

• two parents, no union of gametes, offspring genetically identical to parents

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The accompanying diagram represents a cell process. Which statement regarding this process is correct?

• Cell B contains the same genetic information that cells A and C contain.

• Cell C has DNA that is only 50% identical to cell B.

• Cell A has DNA that is only 75% identical to cell B.

• Cells A, B, and C contain completely different genetic information

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