Question

Differentiate between reproduction in Amoeba and Leishmania

Answer 1

Amoeba reproduces through simple binary fission. Amoeba reproduces asexually through binary fission. In this process of reproduction, a single Amoeba is divided into two similar daughter cells. It grows larger and one nucleus in the Amoeba splits and forms two nuclei. The amoeba is produced by the single parent.

In Leishmania, binary fission occurs in a definite orientation due to the presence of flagellum at the end of the cell. Hence, there is a specific plane in which the fission occurs, while Amoeba can undergo binary fission in any plane.