Asexual Reproduction Strategies Quick Check
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Question
Some flatworms reproduce through fragmentation. What is a disadvantage of this method? (1 point)
Responses
It is a process that leads to lower genetic diversity than sexual reproduction.
It is a process that leads to lower genetic diversity than sexual reproduction.
It is a much more complex process than sexual reproduction.
It is a much more complex process than sexual reproduction.
It is a very slow process relative to sexual reproduction.
It is a very slow process relative to sexual reproduction.
It is a process that does not result in many offspring relative to sexual reproduction.
It is a process that does not result in many offspring relative to sexual reproduction.
The disadvantage of fragmentation as a method of reproduction for some flatworms is that it leads to lower genetic diversity than sexual reproduction.
The disadvantage of fragmentation as a method of reproduction in some flatworms is that it leads to lower genetic diversity than sexual reproduction. One way to arrive at this answer is by understanding the process of fragmentation.
Fragmentation is a form of asexual reproduction in which an organism is broken into fragments, and each fragment can develop into a new individual. In the case of flatworms, if a single flatworm gets fragmented into multiple pieces, each piece can regenerate and develop into a new flatworm.
When fragmentation occurs, the genetic material of the parent organism is divided among the fragments, resulting in offspring that are genetically identical or very similar to the parent. This lack of genetic diversity can be a disadvantage because it reduces the ability of the offspring to adapt to changing environments or overcome diseases.
On the other hand, sexual reproduction involves the fusion of genetic material from two parent organisms, resulting in offspring with a greater variety of genetic traits. This increased genetic diversity provides a better chance for survival and species resilience in changing circumstances.