Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap Course List)
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Concept introduction: Reproduction is one of the most important concepts in biology. It provides the continued existence of species. Reproduction is the process by which organisms replicate themselves. Reproduction can takes place either by sexual means or by asexual methods.
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