During cell division, the genetic information in the parent cell is replicated and subsequently divided equally among the two daughter cells. This ensures that each daughter cell receives a nearly perfect copy of the parent cell's genetic information. This process is known as mitosis and is a crucial step in growth, development, and tissue repair.

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When a Cell Divides

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When a cell divides:

A) each daughter cell receives a nearly perfect copy of the parent cell's genetic information.
B) each daughter cell receives exactly half the genetic information in the parent cell.
C) each daughter cell receives the same amount of genetic information that was in the parent cell, but it has been altered.

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