Bluebells can reproduce sexually by producing seeds or asexually by producing bulbs. Name two advantages of sexual reproduction and two advantages of asexual reproduction.

We must start off by highlighting important parts of the question, ensuring that we understand the terms and what the question is asking from you. The key words in this question are reproduce sexually and asexually, as well as TWO advantages.Asexual reproduction is where only one parent is required to create genetically identical offspring. (draw image)On the other hand, plants can also reproduce sexually, which introduces variety in the offspring. (draw image)Sexual reproduction occurs when male gamates (found in pollen) fuse with female gamates (found in the ovaries of the flower).The question asks for 2 advantages for each method of reproduction, therefore you are expected to provide two separate points per type of reproduction for full marks.Some advantages of asexual reproduction include: Only one parent is required, therefore it is faster than sexual reproduction. It is more energy efficient than sexual reproduction. Genetically identical offspring is produced, therefore good traits from the parents are maintained. No wasted flowers- they do not require pollen to reproduce.Some advantages of sexual reproduction include: Get better genetic variation in offspring. As a species, they are more adapted for survival. Colonise additional areas by seed dispersal. Many offspring are produced, therefore the likehood of some surviving is high.

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