AP BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Binary Fission – It is a common and simple method of asexual reproduction in bacteria. In this process of asexual reproduction, the parent cell divides into two, leading to two equal-sized daughter cells. Under favourable conditions, bacteria multiply rapidly and may double in 10-15 minutes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Most bacteria, including Salmonella and E. coli, reproduce by binary fission. During this type of asexual reproduction, the single DNA molecule replicates and both copies attach, at different points, to the cell membrane. As the cell begins to grow and elongate, the distance between the two DNA molecules increases.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most bacteria rely on binary fission for propagation. Conceptually this is a simple process; a cell just needs to grow to twice its starting size and then split in two.

Detailed explanation-4: -The organisms that reproduce asexually through binary fission are the prokaryotes (bacteria and archaea) and certain protozoans.

Detailed explanation-5: -A large percentage of microorganisms, the prokaryotes (those without a nucleus) reproduce asexually. Bacteria and archaea primarily reproduce using binary fission. One cell simply splits into two identical cells.