Which of the following statements about cell division is correct?
A)It is the process by which organisms grow and maintain their tissues.
B)It is no longer necessary once an organism reaches maturity.
C)It occurs in two sequential stages in all cells: mitosis and meiosis.
D)It is the process by which fertilization occurs.

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Cell division is the process by which organisms grow and maintain their tissues. However, it is not the only process involved in growth and maintenance of tissues.

Answer: C 
 Cell division occurs in two sequential stages in all cells: mitosis and meiosis. Mitosis is the process by which a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells, while meiosis is the process by which sex cells are produced.

Answer: D 
 Cell division is not the process by which fertilization occurs. Fertilization is the process by which two sex cells, usually a sperm cell and an egg cell, combine to form a zygote.

Which of the Following Statements About Cell Division Is Correct