Which statement best summarizes the importance of meiosis in botany?
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Correct answer: It produces haploid spores, maintains chromosome number, and creates genetic variation
Meiosis is essential in plant life cycles because it produces haploid spores and supports alternation of generations. By reducing chromosome number and generating variation, it helps maintain species continuity and evolution.
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