Some daughter cells are called clones; for this description to be accurate,the daughter cells must
A) show the same differentiation characteristics as the parent cell.
B) separate from each other and exist independently.
C) contain a set of DNA that is identical to that of the parent cell.
D) have been produced by meiotic cell division.

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Clones are identical copies, meaning the daughter cells must contain the exact same DNA as the parent cell. This can happen through asexual reproduction or non-disjunction during mitosis. Differentiation characteristics (A) and independent existence (B) are not necessary for cells to be considered clones, and meiotic cell division (D) produces genetically diverse cells.

Some Daughter Cells Are Called Clones; for This Description to Be