Question

what is meant by term cell division? why is cell division necessary​

Answer 1

Explanation:

cell division is the most important process for living organisms without which life is not possible. ... Growth - The division of cells increases the growth of an individual. Size - Required size is obtained. Reproduction - Formation of a new organism from older one through meiosis.

Answer 2

Answer:

Cell division is the process of formation of two daughters cells by the division of the parent cell. It is of three types:

1. Mitosis
2. Meiosis
3. Amitosis

Cell division is the most important process for living organisms without which life is not possible. There is much significance of cell division but few are as follows:

• Cell multiplication - Formation of new cells from older ones.
• Life continuity - Continuation from one generation to another.
• Growth - The division of cells increases the growth of an individual.
• Size - Required size is obtained.
• Reproduction - Formation of a new organism from older one through meiosis.