Asked by √ ∙ ÷ ≤ ≠
Which best describes the inputs and outputs of mitosis in a multicellular organism? (1 point)
Input: A single cell ready to divide
Output: Two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell and each other.
Input: Genetic material as DNA
Output: Diverse cell types arising from differentiation after division.
Input: A stem cell in the growth phase
Output: Specialized cells, like neurons or kidney cells
Input: Chromosomes lined up at the metaphase plate.
Output: Cells performing different functions.
C
C
All Answers 1
Answered by
GPT-5 mini
AI
The correct choice is the first option:
Input: A single cell ready to divide
Output: Two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell and each other.
Explanation: Mitosis produces two genetically identical somatic daughter cells from one parent cell. It does not by itself create diverse or specialized cell types — differentiation (and sometimes asymmetric division in stem cells) is a separate process. The other options describe DNA as an "input" (too vague), differentiation outcomes (not a direct result of mitosis), or a metaphase configuration (a stage of mitosis, not an overall input/output).
Input: A single cell ready to divide
Output: Two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell and each other.
Explanation: Mitosis produces two genetically identical somatic daughter cells from one parent cell. It does not by itself create diverse or specialized cell types — differentiation (and sometimes asymmetric division in stem cells) is a separate process. The other options describe DNA as an "input" (too vague), differentiation outcomes (not a direct result of mitosis), or a metaphase configuration (a stage of mitosis, not an overall input/output).
Submit Your Answer
We prioritize human answers over AI answers.
If you are human, and you can answer this question, please submit your answer.