Biology 5090 · O Level · Asexual and sexual reproduction

Asexual and sexual reproduction — practice question

(a)[6]

Sperm cells and pollen grains both play a part in sexual reproduction. Compare the functions of a sperm cell and a pollen grain, and describe how the structure of each is adapted to its function.

(b)[4]

Suggest reasons why sexual reproduction might be more beneficial for a species’ survival than asexual reproduction.

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