# Describe the process of meiosis and explain why it is important for sexual reproduction.

> Cambridge International IGCSE Biology (0610) — 17.3 Meiosis · Describe · 4 marks

## Mark scheme (4 marks)

1. Meiosis involves two divisions (of the nucleus/cell)
2. Chromosome number is halved / diploid cell produces haploid cells
3. Four daughter cells are produced
4. The daughter cells are genetically different from each other / meiosis produces genetic variation

## Key terms

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

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