Question

Product of sexual reproduction generally generates

• A. large biomass
• B. new genetic combination leading to variation
• C. prolonged dormancy
• D. longer viability of seeds

Answer 1

The correct option is B

new genetic combination leading to variation

The correct option is B.

Explanation of correct option:

1. In sexual reproduction, fertilisation takes place to form a zygote by the fusion of male and female gametes.
2. Due to the genetic combination of the male and female gametes, variations is observed in the offspring.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Biomass is not associated with sexual reproduction.
2. It is the organic matter obtained from the plants and animals.

Option C:

1. Prolonged dormancy is a stage in a mature plant wherein the plant fails to resprout.
2. It is visible in the growing or developmental stage.

Option D:

1. Seed viability is commonly a measure of how many seeds are alive to produce new plants.
2. It is not linked with sexual reproduction.

Final answer: Product of sexual reproduction generally generates new genetic combinations leading to variation.