Hydras are animals related to coral and jellyfish. Hydras can reproduce sexually or asexually. Why would hydras avoid reproducing asexually when conditions are difficult? (1 point)

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Reproducing more rapidly would be a good way to take advantage of plentiful resources.
Reproducing more rapidly would be a good way to take advantage of plentiful resources.

The lack of genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the situation.
The lack of genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the situation.

The high genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the situation.
The high genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the situation.

Reproducing more slowly would be a good way to take advantage of plentiful resources.
Reproducing more slowly would be a good way to take advantage of plentiful resources.

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The lack of genetic diversity could mean that all of the hydras die, depending on the situation.

By reproducing sexually, hydras can increase genetic diversity, which may enhance their ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions and improve their chances of survival. In difficult conditions, relying solely on asexual reproduction could lead to a population that is more susceptible to diseases or environmental changes because all individuals are genetically similar.