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  • Mitosis: Which Cells Divide for Growth & Repair?
    Mitosis is the process of cell division that produces two daughter cells that are genetically identical to the parent cell. This type of reproduction is essential for growth, development, and repair in multicellular organisms.

    Here are some examples of cells that reproduce by mitosis:

    * Somatic cells: These are all the cells in the body that are not involved in sexual reproduction (e.g., skin cells, muscle cells, bone cells, nerve cells).

    * Stem cells: These are undifferentiated cells that can divide and differentiate into specialized cell types.

    * Epithelial cells: These cells line the surfaces of the body, such as the skin, digestive tract, and respiratory system.

    * Connective tissue cells: These cells provide support and structure to the body, such as cartilage cells, bone cells, and blood cells.

    * Muscle cells: These cells are responsible for movement.

    * Nerve cells: These cells transmit information throughout the body.

    Essentially, most cells in your body that are not involved in sexual reproduction use mitosis to replicate.

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