Q. 4 - Biology

Question

Which form of reproduction is thought to be best in a stable environment? a. asexual b. sexual c. budding d. parthenogenesis 

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The correct option is a. asexual 

Step 1. Given information

Asexual reproduction occurs in prokaryotic microorganisms (bacteria) and in some eukaryotic single-celled and multi-celled organisms 

Budding is a form of asexual reproduction that results from the outgrowth of a part of a cell or body region  Animal Reproduction and Development Access for free at openstax.org. leading to a separation from the original organism into two individuals. Budding occurs commonly in some invertebrate animals such as corals and hydras 

Step 2. Explanationn

The correct option is a. asexual 

 In a stable or predictable environment, asexual reproduction is an effective means of reproduction because all the offspring will be adapted to that environment. In an unstable or unpredictable environment asexually-reproducing species may be at a disadvantage because all the offspring are genetically identical and may not have the genetic variation to survive in new or different conditions