What does meiosis mean?

n. A process where a cell splits and makes four new cells, each with half the number of chromosomes.

meiosis

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A process where a cell splits and makes four new cells, each with half the number of chromosomes.

Meiosis is essential for creating eggs and sperm in humans.

A process where a cell splits and makes four new cells, each with half the number of chromosomes.