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When does sexual reproduction usually occur in free-living protozoa?
AWhen food is plentiful
BIn every cell cycle
COnly in complete dark
DWhen food runs scarce
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. When food runs scarce
Sexual reproduction is rare in free-living protozoa and is triggered by scarce food or drastic environmental change.
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