Question

which of the following best represents mitosis? explain (might be easier to say why the others are wrong)
answer:
reason (might easier explain why the others are wrong):

Explanation:

Mitosis produces two genetically identical daughter cells with the same chromosome number as the parent. In option C:

• The parent cell has 2 chromosome pairs (4 chromatids total).
• Chromosomes align at the metaphase plate, sister chromatids separate, and daughter cells each get 2 chromosomes (same as parent).

Other options are incorrect:

• A: Unequal cell division (like meiosis in oogenesis).
• B: Daughter cells have half the parent’s chromosome number (meiosis).
• D: Incorrect chromosome alignment/separation (does not maintain parent chromosome count).

Answer:

C. The sequence showing parent cell with 2 chromosome pairs, chromatid separation, and identical daughter cells with 2 chromosomes each.