Reproductive Strategies Unit Test
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Question
Given what you know about asexual and sexual reproduction, in three to five sentences, describe both types of reproduction:
Please describe at least 3 features of asexual reproduction
Please describe at least 3 features of sexual reproduction
(4 points)
Short Answer Rubric (4 points)
Points Awarded Criteria
4
The answer is very clear.
The answer is fully supported by details.
There may be a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
3
The answer is mostly clear.
The answer is supported by mostly relevant details.
There are a few errors in grammar, usage, or mechanics. Errors do not interfere with meaning.
2
The answer is somewhat clear.
Details are weak or not related.
There are some errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
1
The answer is not clear.
There are few or no supporting details.
There are many errors in grammar, usage, and mechanics. Errors interfere with meaning.
0 The question is not answered.
Asexual reproduction is a type of reproduction that involves only one parent, where offspring are genetically identical to the parent. This type of reproduction occurs through processes such as binary fission, budding, and fragmentation. Asexual reproduction allows for rapid population growth as only one individual is needed to produce offspring.
Sexual reproduction, on the other hand, involves two parents and the combination of genetic material from both parents to create genetically diverse offspring. This type of reproduction includes processes such as fertilization and meiosis. Sexual reproduction allows for genetic variation among offspring, increasing the likelihood of adaptation to changing environments.
In conclusion, asexual reproduction produces genetically identical offspring, allows for rapid population growth, and only requires one parent. Sexual reproduction involves two parents, results in genetically diverse offspring, and allows for adaptation to changing environments.