Sexual vs. Asexual Reproduction

What is fertilization?

• Fertilization is the process in sexual reproduction where a sperm cell and an egg cell unite to form a zygote.

• Fertilization is the process of a plant absorbing nutrients from the soil.

• Fertilization is the method by which animals reproduce asexually.

• Fertilization is the stage in development where an embryo implants in the uterus.

What is vegetative propagation?

• A method of sexual reproduction in plants

• A form of asexual reproduction where a new plant grows from a part of the parent plant, such as a clipping.

• A technique used to enhance seed germination

• A process of plant growth that occurs only in specific seasons.

What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction?

• Genetic diversity, which can enhance survival in changing environments.

• Faster reproduction rates compared to asexual reproduction.

• Lower energy expenditure during reproduction.

• Ability to produce offspring without a mate.

What is binary fission?

• A method of sexual reproduction where two organisms combine their genetic material.

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

• A process of cell division that occurs in multicellular organisms.

• A technique used in genetic engineering to create clones.

What is the main advantage of asexual reproduction?

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

• It promotes genetic diversity among offspring.

• It requires more energy than sexual reproduction.

• It leads to slower population growth.

What is cloning in the context of asexual reproduction?

• Cloning is a method of sexual reproduction involving two parents.

• Cloning is a form of asexual reproduction where an organism is created that is genetically identical to the original organism.

• Cloning is the process of creating a hybrid organism from two different species.

• Cloning is a technique used to enhance genetic diversity in a population.

Give an example of an organism that reproduces sexually.

• Humans

• Bacteria

• Fungi

• Viruses

Which type of reproduction requires more time and energy?

• Asexual reproduction

• Sexual reproduction

• Binary fission

• Budding

Give an example of an organism that reproduces asexually.

• Bacteria

• Elephant

• Eagle

• Lion

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

• All of their DNA from one parent.

• Half of their DNA from each parent.

• Only a quarter of their DNA from each parent.

• None of their DNA from their parents.