During mitosis,

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During mitosis,

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During mitosis, the chromosomes copy themselves, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes being distributed to each of the two new daughter cells. This ensures that each new cell has the same genetic information as the original parent cell. Option A is incorrect because the genetic information in each cell after mitosis is identical to that of the parent cell, so there is no variation. Option B is incorrect because the fertilized ovum is formed by the fusion of sperm and egg, not by cell division during mitosis. Option D is incorrect because the number of chromosomes in each new cell depends on the species and cell type, but it is usually the same as the parent cell.

During Mitosis