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Sexual reproduction is important because it allows genetic diversity to thrive in a species.

On the opposite end of the spectrum, one of the reasons that asexual reproduction is so bad is because the species ends up with multiple copies of the same genes. If those genes happen to be mutations that are harmful, eventually the species will go extinct.

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Why is sexual reproduction more advantageous than cloning?

Sexual reproduction causes the child to be somewhat different from the parents, which might be advantageous in terms of adapting to the environment. A clone will be a precise copy of the parent, which is bad news if the environment is changing.


What might be some advantages of both sexual and asexual reproduction?

Sexual reproduction allows for genetic diversity, which can increase the chances of survival in changing environments and improve the overall health of a population. Asexual reproduction, on the other hand, can be more efficient in terms of energy and resources, as it does not require finding a mate. Both types of reproduction have their own advantages depending on the circumstances.


In what situations might the genetic variations that result from sexual reproducion be better than asexual reproduction?

Asexual reproduction doesn't involve gametes and is 'cloning' where the offspring has identical genetics from ONE parent. So if you were trying to preserve genetics then you would want reproduction done by asexual reproduction so that the offspring would have the identical genetics from the parent that you are trying to preserve.


Why is fertilization a necessary part of sexual reproduction?

It would be nice to find out so anyone please hurry up. God!!!!!!!!!!!! I need this answer!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! First of all don't be gettin smart or nobody goin to find it bets to believe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Without the occurrence of reduction in the number of chromosomes, this would consistently produce offspring with physical and developmental abnormalities. Also, meiosis provides for genetic variation among offspring.


What advantages might an organism have that can reproduce asexually?

It depends on what you mean by "advantageous," as sexual and asexual reproduction come with its own characteristics. Sexual reproduction involves two living things, and it can involve the transfer of fluids, leading to potential disease; however, many would say that sexual reproduction is quite enjoyable for both parties. Asexual reproduction, though, while extremely efficient and completely devoid of danger, doesn't serve any purpose for the sole living organism, as asexual simply involves one life form splitting into two, something amoebas and paramecium do to multiply.

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What might spark a conversion from sexual to asexual reproduction in Daphnia?

An increase in food availability might spark a conversion from sexual to asexual reproduction in Daphnia.


What is the Genetic material for SEXUAL REPRODUCTION?

chromosomes which cotains strands of DNA( deoxynucleic acid, I might be little off on it) and RNA.


What advantage might asexual repoduction by fission have over sexual reproduction?

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Why might farmers want to use asexual reproduction of plants instead of sexual reproduction?

This is due to all the welsh using sheep to shag


Why is sexual reproduction more advantageous than cloning?

Sexual reproduction causes the child to be somewhat different from the parents, which might be advantageous in terms of adapting to the environment. A clone will be a precise copy of the parent, which is bad news if the environment is changing.


What might be some advantages of both sexual and asexual reproduction?

Sexual reproduction allows for genetic diversity, which can increase the chances of survival in changing environments and improve the overall health of a population. Asexual reproduction, on the other hand, can be more efficient in terms of energy and resources, as it does not require finding a mate. Both types of reproduction have their own advantages depending on the circumstances.


In what situations might the genetic variations that result from sexual reproducion be better than asexual reproduction?

Asexual reproduction doesn't involve gametes and is 'cloning' where the offspring has identical genetics from ONE parent. So if you were trying to preserve genetics then you would want reproduction done by asexual reproduction so that the offspring would have the identical genetics from the parent that you are trying to preserve.


Why do you have the urge to look at breasts?

The urge to look is an early stage of what we might describe as "sexual awakening". People become interested in other people's bodies because ours is a species that engages in sexual reproduction.


How might an organism reproduce without a mate?

Asexual Reproduction There are many different species that have the ability to reproduce without a mate. The majority are single celled organisms with a few rare cases in which multicellular organisms reproduce without a mate. There is no specific term that encapsulates the entire spectrum of these reproducers, however the term for reproducing without a mate is Asexual Reproduction. A more exact term would be Agamogenesis.


What are differences between sexual and asexual reproduction?

Sexual reproduction involves the fertilization by two separate hosts , male and female, except in the case of asexual creatures, where the two are contained in one. Cell division occurs after fertilisation, when the two separate cells join, they start to divide.


Can sexual intercourse speed up the delivery of a baby?

No. You can have sexual intercourse when you're pregnant, though it might feel a little different


If an imperfect fungus were found to produce spores in sexual reproduction?

If an imperfect fungus were found to produce spores during sexual reproduction, it would challenge the traditional classification of fungi, as imperfect fungi (Deuteromycetes) are typically known for their asexual reproduction only. This discovery could indicate that sexual reproduction occurs under specific environmental conditions or stressors. It might also suggest a reevaluation of the evolutionary relationships among fungi, leading to a better understanding of their life cycles and genetic diversity. Overall, it would highlight the complexity and adaptability of fungal reproductive strategies.