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In the event of a great shift on environment, or an attack of certain parasites ( a virus, for instance ) it is advantageous to have many variants due to sexual recombination ( independent orientation of chromosomes, crossing over and random fertilization ) in the population so that some would possibly have resistance to the parasite and survive it's onslaught, thus passing on this resistance to progeny. Thus the " arms race " with parasites would be won temporally as parasites evolve also. Clones do not have this and could be wiped out by parasitic onslaught.
This is one explanation, but there is only a weak consensus here. Many other explanations are forthcoming, but this is The Red Queen theory and is the best of the lot.
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What does the sexual reproduction give the species?
Species that reproduce sexually can evolve more rapidly than species that reproduce asexually.
What organisms cannot reproduce both sexually and asexually?
sterile worker bees,mules,etc....i need some more examples other than these......
Why was it important for organisms to reproduce sexually rather than asexually?
Sexual reproduction allows for genetic variation through the combination of genes from two individuals, increasing the likelihood of adaptation to changing environments. This genetic diversity helps populations evolve and survive in the face of selection pressures such as diseases and other threats.
Are paramecium asexual reproduction?
Yes, paramecium primarily reproduce asexually through binary fission, where the cell divides into two identical daughter cells. They can also exchange genetic material through a process called conjugation, but this is not a reproductive method.
How are paramecium different than most other protozoans?
Paramecium have cilia for movement and feeding which sets them apart from other protozoans. They also typically have complex, differentiated cell structures compared to many other protozoans. Additionally, paramecium are unique in their ability to reproduce both sexually and asexually.
What does the sexual reproduction give the species?
Species that reproduce sexually can evolve more rapidly than species that reproduce asexually.
What organisms cannot reproduce both sexually and asexually?
sterile worker bees,mules,etc....i need some more examples other than these......
Why is greater diversity displayed in humans who reproduce sexually than in organisms who reproduce asexually?
shelby davis is inlove with matt vickery love someone.....
What is the advantage of an organism the reproduces sexually rather than asexually?
An organism that reproduces sexually will have more genetic diversity than one that reproduces asexually.
Can only single-celled organisms reproduce asexually?
NO!!! Multicellular organisms can reproduce asexually too! Some plants and animals reproduce this way, and they are certainly more than one cell!
Why was it important for organisms to reproduce sexually rather than asexually?
Sexual reproduction allows for genetic variation through the combination of genes from two individuals, increasing the likelihood of adaptation to changing environments. This genetic diversity helps populations evolve and survive in the face of selection pressures such as diseases and other threats.
Which aspect of sponge reproduction would be evidence that they are more like animals than plants?
Aspect- Sponges reproduce asexually and sexually which goes to show that it's more of an animal rather then a plant :)
Why do bacteria reproduce asexually rather than sexually?
Bacteria are organisms that reproduce asexually, and the benefits of this mode of reproduction include ability to reproduce without a mate partner, it is faster and results in many offspring, offspring are identical to the parent, and man others.
How does an organism benefit by being able to reproduce both sexually and asexually?
During good conditions, organisms can reproduce sexually and benefit from the genetic diversity that this creates. During harsh conditions, asexual reproduction can take place without having a partner and results in offspring that are identical to the parent. This means that if the parent can survive the harsh conditions, then the offspring are more likely to as well.
Do bunnies duplicate themselves?
Rabbits reproduce sexually rather than asexually... if that's what you mean? Like most mammals, sperm and ova are required for a rabbit to reproduce. Artificial insemination is hypothetically possible, but isn't necessary because rabbits have a high mating success.
What are some examples of species that reproduce sexually?
More plants produce sexually than those which produce asexually. The result of sexual reproduction is the seed, therefore the easiest to produce a list of sexually producing plants is to see what plants produce seed. Examples: Pansy, petunia, marigold, peas, beans etc.
Does archaebacteria reproduce asexually?
YES! Archaea reproduce asexually by binary or multiple fission, fragmentation, or budding; meosis does not occur, so if a species of archaea exists in more than one form, these will all have the same genetic material.
