Question

Why is meiosis important for organisms? It allows for genetic variation among organisms. It determines which genes are dominant and which are recessive. It produces genetically identical cells. It provides a means of asexual reproduction.

Answer 1

It allows for genetic variation among organisms.

Step-by-step explanation:

Meiosis is the process of cell division in which a single cell divides into four daughter cells. The genetic constitution of the daughter cells reduces to the half as compared with the parent cells.

The meiosis involves the process of crossing over. This helps in the exchange of genetic material between the non sister chromatids. This brings the genetic variation in the offsprings that might brings the recombinant progeny.

Thus, the correct answer is option (1).

Answer 2

Meosis is the production of sex cells, or gametes. And the end results is four different cells. Meosis is important to sexual reproduction which ensures a genetic variation among organisms. - Asexual reproduction produces an offspring that is genetically the same as their parent.