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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of asexual reproduction?
Options
A Genetic recombination
Correct Answer
B Single-parent involvement
C Uniform progeny
D Rapid population growth
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Genetic recombination, the shuffling of alleles to create new combinations, is a hallmark of sexual reproduction through meiosis and fertilization. Asexual reproduction typically produces genetically uniform offspring via mitosis.

Hint

Recombination creates new genetic mixes.

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