Distinguish between binary fission and multiple fission

Distinguish between binary fission and multiple fission.

Binary fission and multiple fission

Binary fission Multiple fission
1. Forms two daughter individuals 1. Forms many daughter individuals
2. Divides only once 2. Divides repeatedly
3. No residue is left 3. Residue is left
4. Takes place in favourableconditions 4. Takes place in favourable as well as unfavourableconditions
5. Immortality is present 5. Immortality is absent
Example: Amoeba reproduces by binary fission Example: Plasmodium reproduces through multiple fission