IB Biology SL D3.1.1 Sexual Vs Asexual Reproduction Questions

Identify clonal and asexual-reproduction processes, then explain how one-parent mitotic reproduction affects genetic similarity and adaptation in IB Biology SL D3.1.1.

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Define a clone as genetically identical cells or organisms derived from one parent by mitosis.
Identify natural asexual-reproduction routes such as vegetative propagation and embryo separation.
Explain why clonal populations may adapt slowly because asexual reproduction produces little genetic variation.

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This redwood tree (Sequoia sempervirens) was blown over in 1936, but five side branches formed new roots and are now separate trees.

Three of the new trees formed from side branches of the original tree

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If the genomes of the five new trees were sequenced, predict with a reason how similar they would be to each other.

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IB Biology SL D3.1.1 Sexual Vs Asexual Reproduction Questions question 1