."Reproduction is the process of producing offspring that are biologically or genetically similar to the parent organism."
Types of Reproduction
1. Asexual Reproduction
2. Sexual Reproduction
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Asexual Reproduction
"Asexual reproduction refers to the type of reproduction in which only a single organism gives rise to a new individual.
Binary Fission (Asexual Reproduction) - Diagram
BINARY FISSION
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Asexual reproduction:does not involve the fusion of gametes, and therefore, the offsprings produced are genetically identical to the parent. The organisms produced by asexual reproduction are less diverse in nature. This type of reproduction is practised widely by unicellular organisms.