Chapter 11: Q. 1 (page 294)
Figure 11.9If a mutation occurs so that a fungus is no longer able to produce a minus mating type, will it still be able to reproduce?
Yes, they are able to reproduce by an asexual mode of reproduction.
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What is a likely evolutionary advantage of sexual reproduction over asexual reproduction?
a. Sexual reproduction involves fewer steps.
b. There is a lower chance of using up the resources in a given environment.
c. Sexual reproduction results in variation in the offspring.
d. Sexual reproduction is more cost-effective.
The part of meiosis that is similar to mitosis is ________.
a. meiosis I
b. anaphase I
c. meiosis II
d. interkinesis
Which statement best describes the genetic content of the two daughter cells in prophase II of meiosis?
a. haploid with one copy of each gene
b. haploid with two copies of each gene
c. diploid with two copies of each gene
d. diploid with four copies of each gene
Meiosis usually produces ________ daughter cells.
a. two haploid
b. two diploid
c. four haploid
d. four diploid
Many farmers are worried about the decreasing genetic diversity of plants associated with generations of artificial selection and inbreeding. Why is limiting random sexual reproduction of food crops concerning?
a. Mutations during asexual reproduction decrease plant fitness.
b. Consumers do not trust identical-appearing produce.
c. Larger portions of the plant populations are susceptible to the same diseases.
d. Spores are not viable in an agricultural setting
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