asexual reproduction
"Asexual reproduction" is a fundamental biological process observed in many organisms, allowing them to reproduce without the need for a mate.
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Definition
B2Biology
(technical, academic)A biological process where offspring are produced by a single parent without the fusion of gametes.
Example
- Bacteria often reproduce through asexual reproduction, ensuring rapid population growth.
- Plants like strawberries use asexual reproduction to produce genetically identical runners.
C1Biology
(technical, academic)A mode of reproduction that results in genetically identical offspring to the parent, without meiosis or fertilization.
Example
- Many single-celled organisms rely on asexual reproduction for survival and propagation.
- Some animals, such as certain species of starfish, can regenerate through asexual reproduction.