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Why are the offspring similar to the parent in asexual reproduction?
Asexual reproduction produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent because the offspring are all clones of the original parent. During sexual reproduction the genetic material of two individuals is combined to produce genetically diverse offspring that differ from their parents.
What do asexual and sexual reproduction have in common?
Asexual reproduction yields genetically-identical organisms because an individual reproduces without another. In sexual reproduction, the genetic material of two individuals from the same species combines to produce genetically-different offspring; this ensures mixing of the gene pool of the species.
Why are offspring and parents different?
Each individual receives fifty percent of his or her genetic material from each parent. The genetic information passed from parent to offspring is contained in genes carried by chromosomes in the nucleus. Sexual reproduction produces offspring that resemble their parents, but are not identical to them.
How characters are transmitted from parents to offspring?
Characters are transmitted from parents to off springs through genes. Genes are the heriditary units of the body in living organisms. Chromosomes in the nucleus of a cell contain information for the inheritance of features from parents in the form of DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid). This DNA contains genes.
What happens to the offspring of sexual reproduction?
Sexual reproduction produces offspring by the fusion of gametes, resulting in offspring genetically different from the parent or parents. Asexual reproduction produces new individuals without the fusion of gametes, genetically identical to the parent plants and each other, except when mutations occur.
How is plant reproduction similar to sexual reproduction?
Plant reproduction is the production of new individuals or offspring in plants, which can be accomplished by sexual or asexual reproduction. Sexual reproduction produces offspring by the fusion of gametes, resulting in offspring genetically different from the parent or parents.
Are there any disadvantages to sexual reproduction?
And yet, scientists recognize some real disadvantages to sexual reproduction. On the surface, creating offspring that are genetic clones of the parent appears to be a better system. If the parent organism is successfully occupying a habitat, offspring with the same traits would be similarly successful.
Why is sexual reproduction so successful in eukaryotes?
It appears to have been very successful because most eukaryotes are able to reproduce sexually, and in many animals, it is the only mode of reproduction. And yet, scientists recognize some real disadvantages to sexual reproduction.