Question

Disadvantages of asexual reproduction are _____.

Answer 1

The major disadvantages of asexual reproduction are: Lack of diversity. Since the offsprings are genetically identical to the parent they are more susceptible to the same diseases and nutrient deficiencies as the parent. All the negative mutations persist for generations.

Step-by-step explanation:

Since the offsprings are genetically identical to the parent they are more susceptible to the same diseases and nutrient deficiencies as the parent. All the negative mutations persist for generations.

Answer 2

it does not lead to genetic variation in a population.

the species may only be suited to one habitat.

disease may affect all the individuals in a population.