2. Pros & Cons of Sexual vs. Asexual Reproduction Post test

What happens during asexual reproduction?

The table below describes cell division in rows X and Y.

Match the row with it’s type of reproduction.

Imagine that sex cells divided by mitosis instead of meiosis. What would then be the result of fertilization of an ovum by a sperm cell?

Less genetic diversity =

Crossing over is so important for a species/population of organisms because it leads to more                                                   .

Select ALL of the statements that do not explain the significance of meiosis in helping to maintain continuation of a species.  (3 choices)

How do bacteria cells maintain genetic continuity?

Why is it harder for bacteria to survive in new environments?

Select ALL of the following that are benefits of binary fission (3 answers).

What is the goal of Meiosis?

Select ALL of the following that are differences between sexual and asexual reproduction. (4 choices)

Mitosis produces             genetically identical daughter cells with            chromosomes each.  Meiosis produces              genetically varied daughter cells with              chromosomes each.