Question

Write a short note on budding and fragmentation. Give examples of both. [5 MARKS]

Answer 1

Explanation: 3 Marks
Examples: 2 Marks

Budding - Budding is a method of asexual reproduction where a small outgrowth called bud is produced from the parent body. The bud grows and detaches from the parent body and gives rise to a whole new organism. This mode of reproduction is seen in yeast.
Fragmentation - Fragmentation is the process in which the body of the organism gets cut into smaller fragments. Each fragment gives rise to a new individual. This process is observed in simpler organisms like spirogyra.