Chlamydomonas reproduces primarily asexually through cell division.
Asexual Reproduction in Chlamydomonas
When conditions are favorable, Chlamydomonas reproduces asexually. This process involves the following steps:
- Cell Division: A haploid Chlamydomonas cell undergoes multiple rounds of cell division. The reference states that the cell often divides multiple times.
- Daughter Cell Formation: These divisions result in the formation of 2, 4, 8, or even more daughter cells within the original cell wall.
- Release of Daughter Cells: The daughter cells are then released from the parent cell, each becoming a new, independent Chlamydomonas organism.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Mode | Asexual |
| Initial Cell | Haploid |
| Process | Cell divides multiple times. |
| Outcome | Formation and release of 2, 4, 8 or more daughter cells. |
