Question

why is mitosis important for genetic continuity? it ensures each new cell has the same genetic information as the parent cell. it produces cells with half the number of chromosomes. it only occurs in reproductive cells. it creates genetic variation through recombination.

Explanation:

Mitosis is a type of cell - division where a parent cell divides into two identical daughter cells. This ensures that the genetic information in the parent cell is exactly replicated in the daughter cells, maintaining genetic continuity. The other options are incorrect as meiosis (not mitosis) produces cells with half the number of chromosomes, occurs in reproductive cells, and creates genetic variation through recombination.

Answer:

It ensures each new cell has the same genetic information as the parent cell.