Question

compare the two processes: mitosis and meiosis. can you identify the true statements about the two? (choose 4) a meiosis results in four haploid daughter cells. b mitosis results in four diploid daughter cells. c in both processes, dna replication must occur. d during meiosis the 2n mother cells produces n daughter cells. e mitosis is responsible for genetic continuity; in higher organisms it is essential for growth and repair. f in plants, egg and sperm are produced via mitosis.

Explanation:

• A: Meiosis is a two - step cell division that results in four haploid daughter cells.
• B: Mitosis results in two diploid daughter cells, not four.
• C: DNA replication occurs before both mitosis and meiosis to ensure each new cell has a complete set of genetic material.
• D: In meiosis, a diploid (2N) mother cell produces haploid (N) daughter cells.
• E: Mitosis produces genetically identical cells, maintaining genetic continuity and is crucial for growth and repair in higher organisms.
• F: In plants, egg and sperm are produced via meiosis, not mitosis.

Answer:

A. Meiosis results in four haploid daughter cells.
C. In both processes, DNA replication must occur.
D. During meiosis the 2N mother cells produces N daughter cells.
E. Mitosis is responsible for genetic continuity; in higher organisms it is essential for growth and repair.