WBCS.LIVE practice question

______ is a form of cell division which results in the creation of gametes or sex cells.

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Mitosis
  2. Meiosis
  3. Miosis
  4. Amitosis

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Meiosis

Explanation: āœ… Correct Answer: B) Meiosis šŸ“š Explanation: 'Meiosis' is a specialized form of cell division that reduces the number of chromosomes by half to create 'gametes' (sperm and egg cells). This process ensures that when fertilization occurs, the resulting offspring has the correct total number of chromosomes. It also promotes genetic variation through crossing over.