Question

Statement 1: In asexual reproduction new plants are obtained from seeds.

Statement 2: Vegetative propagation and fragmentation are examples of asexual reproduction.

• A. Only statement 1 is correct.
• B. Only statement 2 is correct.
• C. Both the statements are correct.
• D. Both the statements are incorrect.

Answer 1

The correct option is B Only statement 2 is correct.

In asexual reproduction, there is no formation and fusion of male and female gametes. Here, plants give rise to new plants without seeds. On the other hand, sexual reproduction involves formation and fusion of gametes. Here, new plants are obtained from seeds. Vegetative propagation, budding and fragmentation are examples of asexual reproduction.