Question

Algae and fungi shift to sexual method of reproduction just before the onset of adverse conditions find out how sexual reproduction enables these organisms to survive during unfavourable conditions? Why is sexual reproduction favoured and such conditions?

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❤. In Algae and fungi, The zygote formed as a result of sexual reproduction, develops a thick wall, that protects the zygote from desiccation and mechanical injuries, hence the delegate is able to remain dormant during the unfavourable conditions and germinate at the return of favourable conditions

❤. Since sexual reproduction brings in variation at least some variants will be able to survive, in case of an adverse change in the environmental conditions.

❤. Because of the survival advantages, sexual reproduction is favoured under such conditions.

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