NEET BIOLOGY

CELL STRUCTURES AND FUNCTION

CELL CYCLE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What are the two main functions of mitosis?
A
Allows the body to grow and develop
B
Allows new cells to constantly be replaced
C
Allows old cells to be replaced by new cells
D
Allows the body to be held together
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Replacement and regeneration of new cells-Regeneration and replacement of worn-out and damaged tissues is a very important function of mitosis in living organisms. Mitosis helps in the production of identical copies of cells and thus helps in repairing the damaged tissue or replacing the worn-out cells.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mitosis: In mitosis, the parent cell is divided for producing identical daughter cells by the passage of genetic material. The functions of mitosis are listed below: It is the mode of asexual reproduction for single-celled organisms. Vital in replacing damaged and worn-out cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -Mitosis is a way of making more cells that are genetically the same as the parent cell. It plays an important part in the development of embryos, and it is important for the growth and development of our bodies as well. Mitosis produces new cells, and replaces cells that are old, lost or damaged.

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