What is true for mitosis?

It has two divisions

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It maintains number of chromosomes

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It occurs in somatic cells only

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It occurs in somatic cells as well as gonads.

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Solution

The correct option is C It occurs in somatic cells only
Mitosis occurs in somatic cells means that it takes place in all types of cells that are not involved in the production of gametes. Prior to each mitotic division, a copy of every chromosome is created. Thus, following division, a complete set of chromosomes is found in the nucleus of each new cell.
Hence, C is the correct option.

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Assertion: Mitosis maintains the genetic similarity of somatic cells.
Reason: Chromosomes do not undergo crossing over during mitosis.

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