Why is mitosis a longer and more complicated process of cell division than binary fission?(1 point)

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Mitosis has multiple phases and checkpoints that must be met to continue the cycle
Mitosis has multiple phases and checkpoints that must be met to continue the cycle

Binary fission produces two identical daughter cells
Binary fission produces two identical daughter cells

Binary fission does not replicate DNA
Binary fission does not replicate DNA

Mitosis occurs in the cytoplasm and does not require a nucleus

Answer 1

The correct response is:

Mitosis has multiple phases and checkpoints that must be met to continue the cycle.

Mitosis involves a series of complex stages (prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase) and regulatory checkpoints to ensure accurate and equal distribution of genetic material to daughter cells, making it a longer and more complicated process compared to binary fission, which is a simpler process mainly involving the replication of DNA and division of the cell.