What is the advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction?

Less number of offspring are produced which means less competition for food

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There are more variations in the offspring which give them a better chance of survival

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There is no advantage - asexual reproduction is more advantageous

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None of these

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The correct option is B There are more variations in the offspring which give them a better chance of survival
Since variations of two individuals are combined in sexual reproduction, more variations are produced in the offspring. More variations in offspring ensures better survival in changing environmental conditions.

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Asexual mode of reproduction leads to more variation in the offspring as compared to sexual mode of reproduction.

Identify the incorrect statement.
(a) In asexual reproduction, the offspring produced are morphologically and genetically identical to the parent.
(b) Zoospores are sexual reproductive structures.
(c) In asexual reproduction, a single parent prodices offspring with or without the formation of gametes.
(d) Conidica are asexual structure in Penicillium.

Q. Which of the following statement is correct.

Statement I: Asexual reproduction involves fusion of gametes.
Statement II: Asexually produced offspring are genetically identical.
Statement III: Asexual reproduction occurs in unfavorable condition only.

Q. Why is sexual reproduction more advantageous over asexual reproduction?

Offspring formed by sexual reproduction exhibit more variation than those formed by asexual reproduction because

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