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1 Life-sustaining processes and survival of species
Asexual or sexual reproduction

2 What is asexual reproduction
This is a method of reproduction in which a single parent produces a copy of itself that then splits off. (Clone)

3 Quick and easy method (doesn’t require a partner)
Advantages Quick and easy method (doesn’t require a partner)

4 Disadvantages They are all identical.
Less chance of survival if their environment changes This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-NC-SA

5 Example of asexual reproduction

6 What is sexual reproduction?
This is a type of reproduction that requires the fusion of two specialized cells (gametes): one male cell and one female cell.

7 Advantages Not all identical to their parents.
Make it easier for a species to adapt to its environment.

8 Disadvanteges Complex method of reproduction
Need a partner (production of specialized cells)(Cells meet) Requires more energy than asexual reproduction This Photo by Unknown Author is licensed under CC BY-SA

9 Example of sexual reproduction


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