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Meiosis is a specialized type of cell division that occurs in sexually reproducing organisms, resulting in the formation of gametes—sperm and egg cells. This process reduces the chromosome number by half, creating haploid cells from diploid precursor cells. Meiosis involves two rounds of division (meiosis I and meiosis II) and promotes genetic diversity through mechanisms such as crossing over and independent assortment. Ultimately, meiosis is crucial for maintaining the chromosome number across generations and ensuring genetic variation.

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