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Why is mitosis called equational division? Give the occurrence of mitosis

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Definition of Mitosis**: Mitosis is a type of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells, each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell. 2. **Chromosome Replication and Distribution**: During mitosis, the chromosomes in the parent cell are replicated. After replication, these chromosomes are equally distributed into the two daughter cells. 3. **Equational Division**: Mitosis is referred to as "equational division" because the chromosome number remains constant. This means that the number of chromosomes in the daughter cells is equal to that of the parent cell. Therefore, if a parent cell has a certain number of chromosomes, each daughter cell will also have that same number. ...
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  • What is the significance of mitosis

    A
    Growth
    B
    Repair
    C
    Replacement
    D
    All of the above
  • The products of mitosis are-

    A
    One nucleus containing twice as much DNA as the parent nucleus
    B
    Two genetically identical cells
    C
    Four nuclei containing half as much DNA as the parent nucleus
    D
    Two genetically identical nuclei
  • In telophase of mitosis

    A
    Chromosomes get arranged in middle of cell
    B
    Chromosome fibres become clear
    C
    Chromosomes aggregate at opposite poles to form daughter nuclei
    D
    Nuclear envelope disappears
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