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Explain the differences between meiosis and mitosis

Mitosis: Will produce 2 daughter cells that are genetically IDENTICAL. Used for growth and repair. Meiosis: Produces 4 daughter cells from a parent cell and they will all be genetically unique. Will produce gametes (sex cells) such as eggs or sperm.

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