In asexual reproduction, offsprings are genetically?
Correct answer: B. Identical if mutations do not occur
- A. Identical to the parents
- B. Identical if mutations do not occur
- C. Non identical to the parents
- D. Both A and B
Explanation
In asexual reproduction, offspring are typically genetically identical or very similar to the single parent organism. This is because asexual reproduction involves the production of offspring without the involvement of gametes (sperm and egg) or the fusion of genetic material from two different individuals.
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