Question 10
VariationOffspring formed by sexual reproduction exhibit more variation than those formed by asexual reproduction because
- A.greater amount of DNA is involved in sexual reproduction.
- B.gametes of parents have different genetic composition.
- C.genetic materials come from parents of two different species.
- D.sexual reproduction is a lengthy process.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (gametes of parents have different genetic composition.)
Explanation
Each offspring gets a new mix of genes from two parents whose gametes differ genetically.