# Describe the importance of mitosis in the human body.

> Cambridge International IGCSE Biology (0610) — 17.2 Mitosis · Describe · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Mitosis produces two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell
2. The diploid chromosome number is maintained in the daughter cells
3. Mitosis is important for growth of the organism
4. Mitosis is important for repair and replacement of damaged or old cells / tissues

## Key terms

- [mitosis](https://www.gradenine.co.uk/glossary/mitosis)

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