What Is Meaning of Reproduction 

 

   Meaning of Reproduction 

Reproduction is the formation of a new individual of the same kind. It can be defined as "a biological process in which an organism gives rise to young ones (offspring) similar to itself". It is an important characteristic feature of all living organisms. Word reproduction' consists of two words - 're' (again) and production. Thus, reproduction literally means "to produce again". Only a pre-existing individual can produce new individual again (of its own kind). It signifies that new individual can arise only from a pre-existing individual. Perpetuation of organisms on this earth is possible only because of reproduction.

Asexual Reproduction