Question
In what types of cells do mitosis and meiosis occur?
Answer
Mitosis and meiosis occur in eukaryotic cells. Mitosis occurs in somatic cells, which are all the cells in the body that are not involved in sexual reproduction and is responsible for the growth, development, and maintenance of the body. Meiosis, on the other hand, occurs in the germ cells, which are the cells that give rise to the gametes (sperm and eggs) involved in sexual reproduction.
