Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 26 - The Origin and Diversification of Eukaryotes - 26.3 - Protists Reproduce Sexually and Asexually - 26.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 566: 1

Answer

Conjugation in paramecium is considered a sexual process because it involves the exchange of genetic material between the two participating organisms. However, since no new organism is being produced through this, conjugation cannot be considered a reproductive process.

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Conjugation in paramecium is considered a sexual process because it involves the exchange of genetic material between the two participating organisms. However, since no new organism is being produced through this, conjugation cannot be considered a reproductive process.
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