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Why are offspring of organisms that reproduce sexually not genetically different to their parents?
A human's DNA contains about 3 billion base pairs of DNA segments. The cells themselves contain two copies of each base pair. These base pairs are split at random in the sex cells. Offspring get half of their DNA base pairs from one parent and half from the other. So let's say for example, a simple 5 base pair organism looked like this: This represents the "male" ACTGC CTAGA The sperm cell from this male could be any one of these: ATAGA ACAGA ACTGA CCTGC CTTGC CTAGC and so on for a possible 25 combinations (some would be duplicates) Then MOM would be the same way. So the offspring could theoretically have 625 possible genetic combinations. (again, there would be several duplicates so t he actual number is lower I jhust don't feel like sorting through all 625 to find them.) So with a human being with a sex cell of 3 billion base pairs, you get something like 9
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What of these statements is true of offspring from organisms that reproduce asexually?
Offspring from asexual reproduction are genetically identical to the parent, lacking genetic variation. They can reproduce rapidly and are all considered clones of each other.
Can a human being breed with a monkey and reproduce new organisms?
No, humans and monkeys are too genetically different to reproduce offspring together. While humans and certain primates share a common ancestor, their genetic differences are too vast to allow for successful interbreeding and the creation of viable offspring.
What happens when two organisms from different species reproduce?
When two organisms from different species reproduce, they produce offspring that are a combination of traits from both parents. This process is called hybridization, and the resulting offspring may have characteristics that are different from either parent species.
How is DNA different amongst organisms produced from asexual reproductiona and sexual reproduction?
Organisms that reproduce asexually pass on an exact replica of their own DNA to their offspring. Organisms that reproduce sexually pass on a combination of DNA from two parent organisms to their offspring.
Which organisms reproduce by cloning?
Organisms that reproduce by cloning include bacteria, certain plants, and some invertebrates like flatworms and some insects. Cloning involves a form of asexual reproduction where offspring are genetically identical to the parent organism.
Group of organisms that can reproduce?
A group of organisms that can reproduce and create viable offspring is called a species.
What group of similar organisms can produce offspring?
a group of similar organisms can produce offspring
Can a multicellular organisms reproduce asexually?
Yes, some multicellular organisms can reproduce asexually through methods such as fragmentation, budding, or spore formation. This type of asexual reproduction allows these organisms to create genetically identical offspring without the need for fertilization.
All organisms can what or offspring that are similar to the parents?
reproduce
Do all organisemes reprudece in the same way?
No, organisms reproduce in a variety of ways depending on their species and characteristics. Some reproduce sexually through the combination of genetic material from two individuals, while others reproduce asexually by producing offspring that are genetically identical to the parent.
What is the group name in taxonomy for single kind of living thing that reproduce offspring that can reproduce?
The group name in taxonomy for a single kind of living thing that reproduces offspring that can reproduce is a species. A species is defined as a group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.
Are the starfish and its offspring genetically identical?
No, starfish offspring are not genetically identical to their parents. Like most animals, starfish reproduce sexually, which means they inherit a combination of genetic material from both parents, resulting in genetic diversity among the offspring.
