1. Sexual & Asexual Reproduction

2. Sexual Reproduction 2 parent cells join together (egg + sperm)
Offspring are different from both parents
50% DNA from Mom; 50% DNA from Dad
Advantages: Creates diversity!
Disadvantages: Takes a long time for offspring to develop
Have to find a mate
Takes a lot of energy to grow and care for the offspring.

3. Examples
Plants that pollinate
Birds
Humans

9. Asexual Reproduction Only one parent!
Offspring are identical copies of the parent
DNA is 100% identical!
Advantages: Create offspring quickly
Doesn’t require a lot of energy or time to create offspring.
Disadvantages: No diversity

10. Examples of Asexual Reproduction
Plants that grow from cuttings & bulbs
Bacteria
Star Fish