What do the numbers represent in the parent cell and daughter cells divisions?
Understand the Problem
The question outlines a series of parent cell divisions resulting in various numbers of daughter cells, asking us to interpret the data and understand the division outcomes, potentially in the context of cell biology and mitosis or meiosis.
Answer
The parent cell and daughter cells each have 46 chromosomes, indicating mitosis.
The correct representation is the first option, where the parent cell has 46 chromosomes, and each daughter cell also has 46 chromosomes, indicating mitosis.
Answer for screen readers
The correct representation is the first option, where the parent cell has 46 chromosomes, and each daughter cell also has 46 chromosomes, indicating mitosis.
More Information
During mitosis, a parent cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells, each conserving the chromosome number (e.g., 46 in humans).
Tips
A common mistake is confusing mitosis with meiosis—remember that mitosis maintains the same chromosome number, while meiosis halves it.
Sources
- Mitosis versus meiosis - YourGenome.org - yourgenome.org
- Mitosis (article) | Cellular division - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
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