2007-03-19 18:42:00 · 6 answers · asked by greg r 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
A cell replicates its DNA so that it can pass its genetic material into its daughter cells after replication. The purpose of cell division is to produce new cells that are exactly same as the mother cell. Characteristics of each cell and its functions is defined by its genetic material, i.e. DNA (or in some cases RNA). If DNA is not replicated and passed into the daughter cells, the daughter cells will be dysfunctional and useless.
2007-03-19 18:51:20 · answer #1 · answered by smarties 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
So it can divide and create 2 cells with DNA
2007-03-20 01:44:42 · answer #2 · answered by Aaron 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It order to divide and have a copy of the DNA in each daughter cell..
2007-03-20 01:44:26 · answer #3 · answered by novangelis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
divide n then make 2 cells
2007-03-20 02:17:39 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cells don't live forever.
2007-03-20 01:48:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
if it doesn't, you'd get cancer everywhere. we need exact copies because all of our cells are constantly replicating. so wear sunscreen to protect your cells from missing a link.
2007-03-20 01:45:06 · answer #6 · answered by hilarywatchler 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋