Question

How will an organism be benefited if it reproduces through spores 0?

Answer 1

Benefits of reproduction through spores:
1. As spores are covered by a hard protective coat which enables them to remain viable under unfavourable conditions.
2. As there will be no variation, the offspring will be very similar to the parent.
3. ​Spores are produced in numerous quantity, which ensures that at least few survive and can grow and perpetuate. Hence, a stable population is maintained.

Answer 2

1. Reproduction through spores is simple and as well as it is faster mode of reproduction.

2. The spores are light in weight and thus they keep floating in the air. This helps in the dispersal of the organism.

3. The spores are covered with thick layer which enable them to survive in the unfavourable conditions.