Asexual reproduction through budding takes place in :
(i) Amoeba (ii) Yeast and Hydra (iii) Hydra and Plasmodium (iv) Corals and Sponges

Options

A. (i) and (ii)
B. only (ii)
C. (i) and (iii)
D. (ii) and (iv)

Answer

To determine which organisms reproduce asexually through budding, we can analyze the options provided:

1. **Understanding Budding**: Budding is a form of asexual reproduction where a new organism develops from an outgrowth or bud on the parent organism. This process is common in certain organisms.

2. **Analyzing the Options**:
- **(i) Amoeba**: Amoeba reproduces through binary fission, not budding. So, this option is incorrect.
- **(ii) Yeast and Hydra**: Both yeast and Hydra reproduce through budding. Yeast is well-known for this method, and Hydra also reproduces asexually by budding. So, this option is correct.
- **(iii) Hydra and Plasmodium**: While Hydra reproduces through budding, Plasmodium reproduces asexually through a process called schizogony (not budding). So, this option is incorrect.
- **(iv) Corals and Sponges**: Both corals and sponges can reproduce asexually through budding. So, this option is also correct.

3. **Conclusion**: The organisms that reproduce asexually through budding are found in options (ii) Yeast and Hydra, and (iv) Corals and Sponges.

4. **Final Answer**: The correct answer is **(ii) Yeast and Hydra** and **(iv) Corals and Sponges**.