Question

Define fragmentation.

Answer 1

Fragmentation:

1. Fragmentation is a type of asexual reproduction in which a whole organism breaks into fragments and each fragment develops into a new individual.
2. This generally occurs in multicellular organisms whose body organizations are simple.

For example:

1. Spirogyra is a multicellular organism that breaks into small pieces upon maturation and each piece forma a new individual resembling the parent.