Question

why is meiosis important for organisms? it allows for genetic variation among organisms. it determines which genes are dominant and which are recessive. it produces genetically identical cells. it provides a means of asexual reproduction.

Explanation:

Meiosis involves crossing - over and independent assortment, which lead to genetic variation in gametes. This genetic variation is crucial for evolution and adaptation. Dominant and recessive gene determination is not the main function of meiosis. Mitosis produces genetically identical cells, not meiosis. Meiosis is related to sexual reproduction, not asexual reproduction.

Answer:

It allows for genetic variation among organisms.