Question

Which form of cell division is strictly used to generate gametes in

sexually-reproducing organisms?
Select one:
O
Mitosis
Meiosis
ооо
Both mitosis and meiosis
Neither mitosis nor meiosis, gametes are not generated through cell division

Answer 1

Meiosis

Explanation:

Meiosis is a type of cell division which occurs in the sex cells of plants and animals. Sex cells are the cells which are responsible for the sexual reproduction in the organisms. There are two sex cells i. e. Sperm cell and egg cell. Sperm cells are present in male organism while egg cells are produced in female organism. When sperm cell combine with egg cell, it forms zygote which turns into a new organism.