When a cell undergoes mitosis what is the result?

Question

A. four cells created from the combination of two parent cells
B. two genetically identical cells
• c. two ells, each containing half of the parent cells' genetic information
D. four genetically different cells

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. two genetically identical cells.

During mitosis, a single cell divides to produce two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the original parent cell. Each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the parent cell's DNA.