Question

Why is meiosis necessary in order for sexual reproduction and fertilization to occur?

Answer 1

Meiosis which is otherwise known as reduction division is very important for sexual reproduction.

Explanation:

1. Meiosis plays a major role in maintaining the number of chromosomes the same from one generation to the other.
2. In the absence of Meiosis, the number of chromosomes will differ from generation to generation, which may result in the occurrence of variations.
3. Hence in order to maintain the number of chromosomes same from generation to generation Meiosis is very important.