IVE - Sexual & Asexual Reproduction

Question 1

Some plants can reproduce

Answer 1

sexually and asexually

Question 2

Animals can only reproduce

Answer 2

sexually

Question 3

Bacteria can only reproduce

Answer 3

asexually

Question 4

Sexual reproduction =

Answer 4

the fusion of male and female gametes - doesn’t have to involve sex.

Question 5

Asexual reproduction =

Answer 5

no genetic variation - no mixing of genetic material

Question 6

In eukaryotic organisms asexual reproduction is carried out via.

Answer 6

mitosis

Question 7

In prokaryotic organisms, asexual reproduction is carried out via.

Answer 7

binary fission.

Question 8

PROS of Asexual reproduction

Answer 8

allows for quick multiplication of offspring.

energy and time efficient.

simpler process.

Question 9

CONS of Asexual Reproduction

Answer 9

lack of genetic variation

due to a lack of variation there’s a greater risk for susceptibility to disease.

no evolution

Question 10

PROS of sexual reproduction

Answer 10

genetic variation

adaptability and evolutionary advantage

Question 11

CONS of sexual reproduction

Answer 11

requires mating and fertilisation

slower reproduction

energy demands, especially from mother during pregnancy