Sexual reproduction | Asexual reproduction |
1: Progeny is produced by two parents. | 1: Single parent is involved. |
2: Gamete formation and fertilization are key processes. | 2: Gamete formation and fertilization are skipped. |
3: Progeny carry both parental and new genetic combination; Beneficial new genetic combination impart survival advantange. | 3: Progeny is a clone i.e. genetically identical to the parent. |