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Meiosis is evolutionary significant because it results in

1. genetically similar daughters
2. four daughter cells
3. eggs and sperms
4. recombinations

Correct answer: recombinations

Solution

Meiosis is evolutionarily important because it generates genetic variation through recombination, including crossing over and independent assortment. This variation provides the raw material for natural selection.

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