Question

which of these statements correctly describes mitosis, a form of cell division? (hs - ls1 - 4)
mitosis produces four daughter cells with half the amount of genetic material compared to the parent cell.
mitosis produces two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell.
mitosis produces two daughter cells with half the amount of genetic material compared to the parent cell.
mitosis produces two daughter cells with twice the amount of genetic material compared to the parent cell.

Explanation:

Mitosis is a type of cell division where one cell divides into two genetically - identical daughter cells.

Answer:

Mitosis produces two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell.