Question

Distinguish between sexual reproduction and asexual reproduction

Answer 1

1. Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes.
2. Asexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction in which only one parent is involved to reproduce offspring.

Sexual Reproduction	Asexual Reproduction
1.Two parents are involved.	1.One parent is involved.
2. Characteristics of both parents are inherited.	2. Characteristics of only one parent are inherited.
3. It requires the formation of gametes.	3.It doesn’t require the formation of gametes.
4. Special organs for reproduction are required.	4.Special organs for reproduction are not required.
5. Examples – Humans and many multicellular organisms.	5. Examples – Amoeba, Planaria, hydra, Planaria.