How many cells would result if two cells each underwent three rounds of mitosis?(1 point)

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Responses

16
16

8
8

32
32

6

Answer 1

When one cell undergoes mitosis, it divides into two daughter cells. Each of these daughter cells can also undergo mitosis, and this process continues exponentially.

If two cells each undergo three rounds of mitosis, the calculation can be done as follows:

1. After the first round of mitosis, each cell divides into 2 cells:

   • From 2 cells: 2 x 2 = 4 cells

2. After the second round of mitosis:

   • From 4 cells: 4 x 2 = 8 cells

3. After the third round of mitosis:

   • From 8 cells: 8 x 2 = 16 cells

So, the total number of cells after three rounds of mitosis for each of the two initial cells is 16. Thus, the correct answer is:

16