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Meiosis plays a more significant role in reproduction than mitosis in which of the following ways?

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Meiosis is more important than mitosis for reproduction because it (1) reduces the chromosome number to produce haploid gametes so fertilization restores the species’ diploid chromosome number, and (2) generates genetic variation among offspring through crossing‑over (recombination) and independent assortment of homologous chromosomes. Mitosis, by contrast, makes identical diploid somatic cells for growth and repair and does not create the haploid, genetically diverse gametes needed for sexual reproduction.