Each time a diatom reproduces sexually,the size of the daughter cells decreases until diatoms are about 30% of their original size.At this point,they begin to reproduce asexually.

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Diatoms reproduce asexually through mitosis, leading to a decrease in size over generations. Sexual reproduction occurs when they reach a critical small size, restoring the original size.

Each Time a Diatom Reproduces Sexually,the Size of the Daughter