Question

Consider the following statements:

(i) In mitosis, two daughter cells are formed.

(ii) In meiosis, there is no reduction in chromosome number.

(iii) Products of meiosis are four cells each with “n” number of chromosomes.

(iv) Mitosis takes place both in somatic and germ cells.

Which of the above statements are true?

• A. i and iii only
• B. ii and iii only
• C. i, ii and iv only
• D. i and iv only

Answer 1

The correct option is A

i and iii only

In meiosis, there is reduction in chromosome number and mitosis takes place only in somatic cells.