Review the three models of cellular reproduction are shown below.
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Which shows cell reproduction seen in bacteria?
a
Binary fission
b
Mitosis
c
Meiosis
d
Bacteria use all three methods for cell division.
1 answer
The correct answer is a) Binary fission. Binary fission is the process of cell reproduction that is observed in bacteria. In this process, a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells. This is the primary method of cell reproduction for bacteria. Option b) Mitosis is a process seen in eukaryotic cells, where a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells. Option c) Meiosis is a specialized form of cell division seen in eukaryotic cells that produces gametes or reproductive cells. Option d) is incorrect as it states that bacteria use all three methods of cell division, which is not true.