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Bacteria are able to reproduce asexually through a process called binary fission. During this process the bacteria splits into two new bacteria.

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A prokaryotic cell reproduces through a process called what?

Prokaryotic cells reproduce by binary fission (splitting in two).


How does paramecium asexually reproduce?

Paramecium asexually reproduce by splitting into two identical pieces.


Why are bacteria able to produce large number in such a short period of time?

Bacteria use binary fission( splitting into two identical bacteria) to reproduce, They do this at such a high rate and short time that can grow in number very fast. They reproduce so quickly so they can survive because if they did not have the numbers they had they would be killed much more quickly.


What organism reproduces by splitting into two identical parts?

Bacteria


Can bacteria reproduce every two hours?

no.


How do bacteria reproduce is?

Bacteria can reproduce sexually and asexually. Sexually, two bacteria are involved, but asexually, the bacterium divides on its own in a process similar to that of cellular mitosis.


Does monera reproduce sexually or asexually?

AsexuallyExample- bacteria divides into two separate bacteria.


How does eubacteria reproduce?

Apple


What results in two new bacteria?

Define new. They can reproduce, or they can mutate.


How does lactobacillus acidophilus reproduce?

Like all other bacteria, it splits in two, creating two bacteria where before there was one bacterium.


How do campylobacter reproduce?

Campylobacter reproduce by binary fission (splitting in two). When they grow large enough they make a copy of their genetic material (DNA) before dividing in half.


Can bacteria undergo recombination?

Generally speaking, no. Bacteria reproduce asexually, via a process known as binary fission, in which two identical daughter cells results from the splitting of a parent cell. However, bacteria do have ways of modifying their DNA through various methods. See link below.