Mitosis is a type of cell division that produces cells that are identical to the parent cell. Meiosis is a different type of cell division that produces cells that carry half the genetic material of the parent cell.

Based on the information provided, how do the purposes of mitosis and meiosis differ?
A.
Mitosis is only used by multicellular organisms, while meiosis is only used by single-celled organisms.
B.
Mitosis creates cells used for reproduction, while meiosis produces cells used for growth and repair.
C.
Mitosis produces cells used for growth and repair, while meiosis produces cells used for reproduction.
D.
Mitosis is only used by single-celled organisms, while meiosis is only used by multicellular organisms.