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Asexual reproduction Flashcards

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Define asexual reproduction

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A process resulting in the production of genetically identical offspring from one parent

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Give an example of asexual reproduction

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Asexual reproduction in potatoes

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Give 3 advantages of asexual reproduction

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Efficient and rapid
Independent of mates
Genetically uniform offspring

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Give 3 disadvantages of asexual reproduction

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Limited genetic variation
Increased vulnerability to disease
Reduced evolutionary potential

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