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Cell Division: Mitosis and Meiosis Explained
Understand cell division, mitosis and meiosis with exam-focused explanations.
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What is cell division?
Cell division is the process by which a parent cell produces daughter cells.
Mitosis
Mitosis produces genetically similar daughter cells and supports growth and repair.
Meiosis
Meiosis produces gametes and reduces chromosome number by half.
Quick comparison
Revise the differences, then attempt the related quiz.