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Some protists can reproduce both sexually and asexually. What's a major advantage of each

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Sexually;

The primary advantage of sexual reproduction is that it encourages the survival of a species. Whether discussing people, plants, or animals, mates are attracted to one another based on a hormonal perception of superiority. There is a natural desire to mate with someone from the opposite gender with heterosexual attraction so that the best possible traits can be passed along to the future offspring.
Other reasons are;

1, It creates genetic diversity within a species.
2, There is a natural level of disease resistance throughout the species.
3, Genetic variation can lead to evolutionary advancements.
4, It is a rewarding experience.
5, Improves health
6, It can encourage the growth of brain cells.


Asexually;

Asexual reproduction allows the plants to reproduce very quickly. This means the parent plant will be competing with a great number of offspring for the same nutrients, sunlight, and space. This often places a strain on the plants, as well as the environment.

More reasons;

1, It allows for rapid populating.
2, doesn’t need mates
3, It does not require mobility.
4, It is friendly to the environment.
5, It is pretty handy in case of emergency. (If the population were ever to be close to becoming extinct)
6, It does not require any true investment.
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Sexual reproduction responsible for genetic diversity, and asexual reproduction is fast and rapid.

Step-by-step explanation:

Sexual reproduction is a type of reproduction, that involves producing new organisms by recombination of the genetic information from 2 organism s of opposite sexes. Genetic diversity is major advantage, the new organism is formed by recombination of the genetic material of both the parents.

Asexual reproduction involves producing new organisms from a one of a parent having exact similar genetic makeup like the parent cell. It produces higher number of offspring in a rapid manner.

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