CELL DIVISION
CELL DIVISION AND CANCEROUS CELLS
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Question
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What is a disadvantage to asexual reproduction?
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It is more efficient for cells
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It uses less resources than sexual reproduction
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cells lack traits to be able to adjust to the environment
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organisms reproducing sexually must obtain a mate
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -All the negative mutations persist for generations. Since only one organism is involved, the diversity among the organisms is limited. They are unable to adapt to the changing environment.
Detailed explanation-2: -The major disadvantages of asexual reproduction are: Lack of diversity-Since the offsprings are genetically identical to the parent they are more susceptible to the same diseases and nutrient deficiencies as the parent. All the negative mutations persist for generations.
Detailed explanation-3: -Disadvantages of asexual reproduction It does not lead to genetic variation in a population. Disease may affect all the individuals in a population.
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