Question

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) Responses 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. 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. The high genetic diversity could

Answer 1

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

In difficult conditions, hydras might avoid asexual reproduction because it leads to offspring that are genetically identical to the parent. This lack of genetic diversity can make the population vulnerable to diseases or environmental changes that could affect all individuals equally, potentially leading to the extinction of the population. Sexual reproduction, on the other hand, increases genetic diversity, which can enhance the chances of survival for some individuals in changing or challenging environments.