Cell Division

Definition

Cell division is the process by which a parent cell divides into two or more daughter cells. It's essential for growth, repair, and reproduction in organisms.

Related terms

Mitosis:

This is one type of cell division where one parent cell splits into two identical daughter cells.

Meiosis:

Another type of cell division used for sexual reproduction where one parent cell produces four non-identical daughter cells, each with half the number of chromosomes.

Cytokinesis:

The final stage in cell division where the cytoplasm of a parent cell is divided between the two daughter cells.