Asked by Aaron Trudeau on Jun 22, 2024
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Mitosis followed by cytoplasmic division produces ____.
A) one cell with twice the cytoplasm and twice the DNA of the parent
B) two cells of unequal size
C) two cells of equal size but different DNA from each other
D) two cells twice the size of the parent with identical DNA
E) two cells with the same number and types of chromosomes as the parent
Mitosis
A process of cell division in eukaryotic cells where the nucleus divides, resulting in two daughter cells each having the same number and kind of chromosomes as the parent nucleus.
Parent Cell
A cell that divides to give rise to daughter cells through the processes of mitosis or meiosis, serving as the original source for the genetic material.
- Comprehend the mechanism and importance of cytokinesis in cellular division.
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leonardo nunezJun 24, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Mitosis followed by cytoplasmic division, also known as cytokinesis, results in the formation of two daughter cells with identical DNA and the same number and types of chromosomes as the parent cell.
Learning Objectives
- Comprehend the mechanism and importance of cytokinesis in cellular division.