Question

Why do single-celled organisms divide?

Group of answer choices

to reduce the number of chromosomes in the cell

to transmit genetic material by reproduction

to repair damaged cells

to increase the number of chromosomes in the cell

Answer 1

Why do single-celled organisms divide?

All multicellular organisms use cell division for growth and the maintenance and repair of cells and tissues. Single-celled organisms use cell division as their method of reproduction. Somatic cells divide regularly; all human cells (except for the cells that produce eggs and sperm) are somatic cells.

Step-by-step explanation: