3. mitosis and meiosis are similar processes, but they have some very important differences. explain how mitosis and meiosis are alike and how they are different. provide at least two similarities and three differences

the correct answer is: b. pantala flavescens, because these organisms would have a high level of genetic variation due to sexual reproduction.  

because involves two organisms (parents) whose genetic material combines, sexual reproduction leads to genetic variation in new generations of offspring. the offspring is an unique organism, with new genome, more protected with the higher ability to adapted. this process is fundamental to evolution.