What is the significance of meiosis in the life cycle of sexually reproducing organisms?(1 point)

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It maintains the diploid chromosome number
It maintains the diploid chromosome number

It produces genetically identical daughter cells
It produces genetically identical daughter cells

It only occurs in somatic cells
It only occurs in somatic cells

It ensures genetic diversity among offspring

Answer 1

The significance of meiosis in the life cycle of sexually reproducing organisms is primarily that it ensures genetic diversity among offspring. Meiosis produces gametes (sperm and eggs) with half the number of chromosomes, leading to genetic variation through processes such as crossing over and independent assortment.