Which of the following statements about sexual and asexual reproduction is FALSE?
a. Genetic diversity occurs in sexual reproduction.
b. Asexually reproducing organisms can repair their own DNA.
c. There are no special reproductive cells in asexual reproduction.
d. A gametophyte produces haploid cells in the alteration of generations from sexual reproduction.
B?
B is indeed false.
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Yes, statement b is FALSE. Asexually reproducing organisms cannot repair their own DNA. Repair of DNA damage is more common in sexually reproducing organisms, as they can exchange genetic material through recombination, which allows for the repair of damaged DNA strands. Asexual reproduction, on the other hand, typically produces offspring that are genetic clones of the parent organism and does not involve the exchange of genetic material that can aid in DNA repair.
To determine which of the statements about sexual and asexual reproduction is FALSE, we will evaluate each option:
a. Genetic diversity occurs in sexual reproduction: This statement is true. In sexual reproduction, genetic diversity is increased through the combination of genetic material from two parents.
b. Asexually reproducing organisms can repair their own DNA: This statement is true. Asexually reproducing organisms have the ability to repair their own DNA, just like sexually reproducing organisms.
c. There are no special reproductive cells in asexual reproduction: This statement is FALSE. Asexual reproduction involves the production of special reproductive cells known as gametes or spores, which eventually develop into new individuals without the involvement of fertilization or the combination of genetic material from two parents.
d. A gametophyte produces haploid cells in the alteration of generations from sexual reproduction: This statement is true. In the alternation of generations life cycle, gametophytes are the structures that produce haploid cells (gametes) in sexual reproduction.
So, the FALSE statement is (c) There are no special reproductive cells in asexual reproduction.