Washington Comprehensive Assessment Of Science (WCAS) Grade 8 Practice Questions - Washington Comprehensive Assessment Of Science - Grade 8 Exam

Which statement correctly contrasts the outcome of mitosis with meiosis in multicellular organisms?

Mitosis creates 2 genetically identical daughter cells, while meiosis creates 4 genetically diverse gametes. Mitosis creates 4 gametes, while meiosis creates 2 identical body cells. Mitosis doubles chromosome count, while meiosis destroys all DNA. Mitosis occurs only in single-celled viruses.

Correct Answer:

Mitosis creates 2 genetically identical daughter cells, while meiosis creates 4 genetically diverse gametes.

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