Genes and Environment LGCU

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What is asexual reproduction?

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

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What is sexual reproduction?

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A type of reproduction that involves the combination of genetic material from two parents, resulting in genetically diverse offspring.

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What is the role of genes in determining traits?

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Genes are segments of DNA that carry the instructions for the development of traits in an organism.

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How do environmental factors influence traits?

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Environmental factors such as nutrition, climate, and lifestyle can affect the expression of genes and thus influence traits.

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What is binary fission?

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

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What is the difference between inherited traits and acquired traits?

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Inherited traits are passed down from parents to offspring through genes, while acquired traits are developed through interaction with the environment.

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Can asexual reproduction lead to genetic variation?

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No, asexual reproduction typically produces genetically identical offspring, leading to little to no genetic variation.

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What is an example of an organism that reproduces asexually?

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Bacteria, which reproduce through binary fission.

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What is an example of an organism that reproduces sexually?

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Penguins, which lay fertilized eggs and require both male and female for reproduction.

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What is the significance of genetic diversity?

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Genetic diversity increases the chances of survival for a species by providing a wider range of traits that can adapt to changing environments.