Mitosis is a type of cell division that produces cells that are identical to the parent cell. Meiosis is a different type of cell division that produces cells that carry half the genetic material of the parent cell. Based on the information provided, how do the purposes of mitosis and meiosis differ?

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Hanna Becker

19 September, 11:48

Mitosis is a type of cell division that produces cells that are identical to the parent cell. Meiosis is a different type of cell division that produces cells that carry half the genetic material of the parent cell. Based on the information provided, how do the purposes of mitosis and meiosis differ?

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Noemi Franco · Answer 1

Mitosis might take place for tissue repair. If you get a cut, your cells will undergo mitosis to heal the wound. It might also happen for asexual reproduction for some single-celled organisms. Meiosis happens for the sole purpose of sexual reproduction.