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(C) clone is defined as a group of individuals that are genetically and morphologically identical.In asexual reproduction,only a single parent is invo

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Because they are genetically and morphologically identical to the parent.

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(C) clone is defined as a group of individuals that are genetically and morphologically identical.In asexual reproduction,only a single parent is involved,and there is no fusion of gametes or meiosis.Since the offspring are produced through mitotic cell division,they inherit the exact genetic makeup of the parent.Therefore,the offspring are identical to the parent and to each other,and they are referred to as clones.

Column-$I$	Column-$II$
$P$. Potato tuber	$I$. Leaf buds of Bryophyllum
$Q$. Ginger rhizome	$II$. Eyes of potato
$R$. Bryophyllum leaf	$III$. Offset of water hyacinth
$S$. Water hyacinth	$IV$. Rhizome of ginger

Why is the offspring formed by asexual reproduction referred to as a clone?

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