Biology for IGCSE & O level - Inheritance (Section 8 - No. 5)
What is the main purpose of meiosis?
To produce genetically identical cells.
To produce somatic cells.
To produce gametes with half the number of chromosomes.
To repair damaged cells.
Объяснение
Meiosis produces gametes (sperm and egg cells) with half the chromosome number (haploid) from a diploid cell.