Question

which statement correctly describes the cells produced by meiosis?
the new cells are exact copies of the original cell.
the genetic material of the original cell is divided among the new cells.
the new cells are identical.
the genetic material of the new cells is diploid.

Explanation:

Meiosis is a type of cell - division that results in four daughter cells with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell. There is genetic recombination during meiosis, so the new cells are not identical copies of the original cell. The new cells are haploid, not diploid. The genetic material of the original cell is divided among the new cells through the process of meiosis, including crossing - over and independent assortment.

Answer:

The genetic material of the original cell is divided among the new cells.