Biology
Biology
12th Edition
ISBN: 9781260494570
Author: Raven, Peter
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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To determine: The difference between asexual and sexual methods of reproduction.

Introduction: Binary fission is the means of asexual reproduction opted by prokaryotes like bacteria to multiply and produce identical cells. The process is faster than sexual reproduction and therefore, helps the bacteria to populate within a shorter period.

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