Biology benchmark 2 semester exam fall 24

Question

Match the following situations with the appropriate method of reproduction
The environment becomes unfavorable quickly
Speed of reproduction is necessary
Contact with another members of a species is rare
Genetic variation is necessary
A sexual
Sexual

Answer 1

Here’s a matching of the situations with the appropriate method of reproduction:

1. The environment becomes unfavorable quickly - Asexual

   • Asexual reproduction allows for rapid population increases which can be beneficial in changing environments.

2. Speed of reproduction is necessary - Asexual

   • Asexual reproduction typically allows for faster reproduction rates compared to sexual reproduction.

3. Contact with other members of a species is rare - Asexual

   • In cases where contact is rare, asexual reproduction allows organisms to reproduce without needing a mate.

4. Genetic variation is necessary - Sexual

   • Sexual reproduction promotes genetic diversity through the combination of genetic material from two parents, which is crucial for adaptation and evolution.

So the matches are:

• The environment becomes unfavorable quickly - Asexual
• Speed of reproduction is necessary - Asexual
• Contact with other members of a species is rare - Asexual
• Genetic variation is necessary - Sexual