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What cell division used for?

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Anonymous

12y ago
Updated: 2/10/2023

Cell division is used for repair and replenishment of cells as well as growth (mitosis). Meiosis, another form of cell division, is used for production of haploid gametes (sex cells such as sperm and eggs).

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