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Although sexual reproduction is a long drawn, energy-intensive complex form of reproduction, many groups of organisms in kingdom- Animalia and Plantae prefer this mode of reproduction. Give atleast three resaons for this.

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### Step-by-Step Text Solution: 1. **Definition of Sexual Reproduction**: Sexual reproduction is a mode of reproduction that involves two parents and the formation and fusion of gametes. It is characterized by the meiotic division that leads to the production of haploid gametes. 2. **Meiosis and Genetic Variation**: During sexual reproduction, meiosis occurs, which is essential for creating haploid gametes. Meiosis includes two key processes: - **Crossing Over**: This process involves the exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes, leading to new combinations of genes. ...
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