Pros and Cons of Sexual and Asexual Reproduction
This lesson covers:
- The pros and cons of sexual and asexual reproduction
Which type of reproduction allows an organism to colonise a new area most quickly?
Asexual reproduction
Sexual reproduction
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Which type of reproduction leads to more genetic variation in the population?
Sexual reproduction
Asexual reproduction
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How many parents are required for asexual reproduction?
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Select two downsides of asexual reproduction from the list below.
Individuals have to spend time and effort searching for a mate
The population would have a smaller chance of adapting to new conditions
Resources may be spent 'impressing' potential mates
Low genetic variation means that offspring are more susceptible to disease
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Discuss the pros and cons of sexual reproduction.
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