Explore every stage of mitosis and meiosis with animated cell visuals. Switch between division types, step through each phase, compare them side by side, and understand what makes each unique.
| Feature | Mitosis | Meiosis |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Growth & repair | Sexual reproduction |
| Cell divisions | 1 | 2 (Meiosis I + II) |
| Daughter cells | 2 identical | 4 genetically unique |
| Chromosome number | 2n → 2n (diploid) | 2n → n (haploid) |
| Crossing over? | No | Yes (Prophase I) |
| Homolog pairing? | No | Yes (Prophase I) |
| Genetic diversity? | No — clones | Yes — unique gametes |
| Where it occurs | Somatic (body) cells | Reproductive organs |
| Result | 2 body cells | Sperm or egg cells |