Hydras are animals related to coral and jellyfish. Hydras can reproduce sexually or asexually. Why would hydras avoid reproducing asexually when conditions are difficult? (1 point)
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Reproducing more rapidly would be a good way to take advantage of plentiful
resources.
o The lack of genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the
• The high genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the
situation.
• Reproducing more slowly would be a good way to take advantage of plentiful
resources.
• The lack of genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the situation.
When conditions are difficult, reproducing asexually would result in offspring with identical genetic makeup to the parent. This lack of genetic diversity could make the entire population susceptible to the same environmental stressors or diseases, potentially leading to the extinction of the entire population. By reproducing sexually, hydras can introduce genetic variation into their offspring, increasing the likelihood that some individuals may have traits that allow them to survive and adapt to the challenging conditions. This genetic diversity can help ensure the long-term survival of the population.