Organisms such as fungi and algae switch to sexual mode of reproduction during adverse conditions because asexual reproduction produces a large population that may not survive due to lack of resources. Sexual reproduction also brings variation into the individuals, some of which might help the individuals to better adapt to the changed conditions and survive. This ensures the continuity of species.
Why do algae and fungi shift to sexual mode of reproduction just before the onset of adverse conditions?
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Lokesh Pandey
Organisms such as fungi and algae switch to sexual mode of reproduction during adverse conditions because asexual reproduction produces a large population that may not survive due to lack of resources. Sexual reproduction also brings variation into the individuals, some of which might help the individuals to better adapt to the changed conditions and survive. This ensures the continuity of species.