Polyploids with an odd number of sets of chromosomes have many problems in meiosis but none in mitosis. Why?

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Polyploids with an odd number of sets of chromosomes have problems in meiosis because the homologous chromosomes cannot pair up properly, leading to unbalanced gametes. However, in mitosis, there is no need for homologous chromosome pairing, so the polyploid can divide normally without any problems.

Polyploids with an Odd Number of Sets of Chromosomes Have