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Assertion :Asexual reproduction is also called blastogenesis. Reason: In asexual reproduction, there is no formation and fusion of gametes.

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Both Assertion and Reason are correct and Reason is the correct explanation for Assertion.
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Both Assertion and Reason are correct, but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion.
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Assertion is correct but Reason is incorrect.
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Assertion is incorrect but Reason is correct.
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The correct option is B Both Assertion and Reason are correct, but Reason is not the correct explanation for Assertion.
The process of asexual reproduction with the help of any part of the body not inclusive of the reproductive parts is known as blastogenesis. Asexual reproduction is the method in which single parent gives rise to the offspring. There is no formation or fusion of the gametes because the single parent is involved.
Thus, the correct answer is option B.

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