Describe 3 differences between mitosis and meiosis

Mitosis consists of one stage whereas meiosis consists of two stages.

Mitosis produces diploid cells (46 chromosomes) whereas meiosis produces haploid cells (23 chromosomes).

Mitosis produces two identical daughter cells whereas meiosis produces four genetically different daughter cells.

RC
Answered by Runzhi C. Biology tutor

274562 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

How does allopatric speciation work?


In which phase of the cell cycle does crossing over occur?


Explain pieces of evidence that support the theory that mitochondria evolved from bacteria?


Explain how antibiotic resistance can be developed by bacterial populations.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning