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Population Growth in Asexual Species
publish date: 2026/06/17 19:31:9.052744 UTC
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Why can asexually reproducing populations increase in number more rapidly than comparable sexual species?
Correct Answer
Every mature individual can reproduce on its own, without needing a partner
Explanation
Because sexual reproduction requires two individuals to produce one set of offspring, it is comparatively less efficient than asexual reproduction, where every mature individual is capable of reproducing alone.
Reference
Biology: A self-teaching guide