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Fragmentation

Definition

noun

(1) A form of asexual reproduction wherein a parent organism breaks into fragments, each capable of growing independently into a new organism.

(2) The breaking into smaller parts.


Supplement

This is exhibited by organisms such as annelid worms, sea stars, fungi and plants. In certain lichens, fragments are in the form of soredia containing fungal hyphae wrapped around the photobiont cells.


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See also: asexual reproduction


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by A5HLEY
Thu Apr 17, 2008 10:32 pm
 
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by robertkernodle
Sat Jun 16, 2007 7:04 pm
 
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A Monkey's Uncle

... this DNA I speak of is self-contrived. Or would you care to offer a theory as to who otherwise might have contrived it? And you are correct. Fragmentation is easier and it was tried rather successfully but that only produces clones. Clones are vulnerable to rapid extinction if a species becomes ...

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by narrowstaircase
Sun Mar 18, 2007 11:46 pm
 
Forum: Evolution
Topic: A Monkey's Uncle
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A Monkey's Uncle

... or species dies implies the meaning of life is for DNA to persist/survive? In terms of my argument: Bingo which is why we dont just reproduce by fragmentation which would be far easier for this selfcontrived DNA you speak of. Of course this DNA I speak of is self-contrived. Or would you care ...

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by JDavidE
Sat Mar 17, 2007 10:35 pm
 
Forum: Evolution
Topic: A Monkey's Uncle
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A Monkey's Uncle

... persist. this is the point of reproduction, to find arrangements that are better suited than previous ones. which is why we dont just reproduce by fragmentation which would be far easier for this selfcontrived DNA you speak of. It’s a huge investment. So there must be some distinct advantage for ...

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by narrowstaircase
Wed Mar 14, 2007 3:46 am
 
Forum: Evolution
Topic: A Monkey's Uncle
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