Question

sexual and asexual reproduction can both offer distinct advantages under certain circumstances. in which of the following situations would asexual reproduction not be advantageous? coastal currents, water temperature, nutrient concentrations and light intensity temporarily combine to produce ideal growth conditions for marine phytoplankton. a cut breaches the skins defensive ability, and infectious pathogens invade the injury. a persistently cooling climate results in a significant increase in average winter snow depth. decomposers discover a dolphin carcass that has recently drifted to the ocean floor.

Explanation:

Asexual reproduction is advantageous in stable environments as it allows for rapid reproduction of genetically - identical offspring. In a changing environment like a persistently cooling climate with increased snow depth, genetic variation from sexual reproduction is more beneficial to adapt to new conditions. In the other situations (ideal growth conditions for phytoplankton, wound - healing, and decomposition), asexual reproduction can be advantageous for quick population growth or tissue repair.

Answer:

A persistently cooling climate results in a significant increase in average winter snow depth.