Sexual Reproduction
Asked by Parvati Deshmukh · 1 year ago
What are the advantages of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction?
1 Answer
Advantages of sexual reproduction:
1. Genetic variation: Offspring have unique combinations of genes, increasing adaptability
2. Evolution: Promotes faster evolution through genetic recombination
3. Disease resistance: Varied gene pool helps population survive diseases
4. Repair of genetic defects: Harmful mutations can be eliminated
5. Adaptability: Diverse offspring can better adapt to changing environments
6. Survival: Increased genetic diversity improves chances of species survival
1. Genetic variation: Offspring have unique combinations of genes, increasing adaptability
2. Evolution: Promotes faster evolution through genetic recombination
3. Disease resistance: Varied gene pool helps population survive diseases
4. Repair of genetic defects: Harmful mutations can be eliminated
5. Adaptability: Diverse offspring can better adapt to changing environments
6. Survival: Increased genetic diversity improves chances of species survival
NEET Faculty · 1 year ago
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