Question

Differentiate between the following:

Asexual reproduction and sexual reproduction.

Answer 1

Asexual reproduction

1. Asexual reproduction does not involve fusion of gametes.
2. New individual is formed from a single parent.
3. Offsprings are identical to the parents and show no variation.
4. No fertilization takes place.
5. It is generally found in lower organisms like bacteria, fungi, etc.

Sexual reproduction

1. It is a reproduction involving fusion of male and female gametes.
2. New individual is formed from union of two parents.
3. Variation occurs in the offspring.
4. Fertilization takes place.
5. It is found in higher organisms like flowering plants , vertebrates, etc.