Reduction division is unique to A) the second meiotic division. B) the first meiotic division. C) mitosis. D) interphase. E) cell cycle stages G₁ and G₂.

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Reduction division refers to the process where the chromosome number is halved, which occurs during the first meiotic division. This is essential for sexual reproduction, ensuring that gametes (sperm and egg cells) have half the chromosome number of somatic cells, allowing for the restoration of the diploid number upon fertilization.

Reduction Division Is Unique to