Question

Why do cells need to divide?

Answer 1

they need to divide to grow in size and also to repair dead or lost cells

Answer 2

Cell division is an important aspect of the cell cycle which is an essential for the living organisms as:

• The genetic material is passed on to offsprings through cell division.
• Helps in growth of the organism through mitosis.
• Helps in reproduction as meiosis produces haploid gamete cells which fuses to form zygote.
• Helps in replacement of dead cells as about 35000 cells die every second.

Thus, cell division is necessary for cell.