Sexual and asexual reproduction (AQA GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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How many parents are needed for sexual reproduction?
How many parents are needed for sexual reproduction?
Two
What are the offspring called in asexual reproduction?
What are the offspring called in asexual reproduction?
Clones
In which type of reproduction do gametes join together?
In which type of reproduction do gametes join together?
Sexual only
Which type of reproduction involves meiosis?
Which type of reproduction involves meiosis?
Sexual reproduction
What does mitosis produce?
What does mitosis produce?
Clones
What are male gametes called in animals?
What are male gametes called in animals?
Sperm cells
What are female gametes called in plants?
What are female gametes called in plants?
Egg cells
What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction?
What is the main advantage of sexual reproduction?
Genetic variation
When is asexual reproduction particularly advantageous?
When is asexual reproduction particularly advantageous?
When conditions are stable and favourable
What is a disadvantage of sexual reproduction?
What is a disadvantage of sexual reproduction?
Takes time and energy to find mate
What is a disadvantage of asexual reproduction?
What is a disadvantage of asexual reproduction?
No variation in offspring
How does the Plasmodium parasite reproduce in humans?
How does the Plasmodium parasite reproduce in humans?
Asexually
How do strawberry plants spread using runners?
How do strawberry plants spread using runners?
Asexual reproduction