Question

The process by which cells replicate is very different than the process by which gametes are produced. Which step do both processes have in common once the process is complete?

Answer 1

Cell replication process is also called as mitosis. In mitosis, the cell goes through 4 steps: Prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase. This eventually produces 2 daughter cells. Cell replication in which gametes are produced is called meiosis. Meiosis also goes through 4 steps, but twice; therefore producing 4 daughter cells with half of the genetic content. Common in these two processes is the splitting of the cytoplasm to form the daughter cells which is called cytokinesis.