The parent cell divides to produce two daugther cells that are identical to the parent. Asexual reproduction produces offsprings that are genetically identical to the parent. Sexual reproduction produces a similar but genetically unique offspring.
Mitosis is the process of asexual cell replication that is important in the growth and development of an organism, cell replacement, and asexual reproduction.
The genetic diversity of sexually-produced offsprings is to provide species a better chance of surviving in an uncertain or changing environment.
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