Question:
Distinguish between asexual and sexual reproduction. Why is vegetative reproduction also considered as a type of asexual reproduction?
Answer:
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Asexual reproduction |
Sexual reproduction |
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It does not involve fusion of male and female gametes. |
There is fusion of gametes therefore progeny are not identical to parents. |
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The offspring are identical to the parent and are called as clones. |
The offspring are not identical to their parents and show variations from each other and their parents. |
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Only mitotic cell division takes place. |
It involves both meiosis and mitosis. |
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Rate of reproduction is faster |
Rate of reproduction is slower |
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