Which of these reasons for cell division goes beyond the normal requirements for it?

A) To make new immune cells when the organism is sick
B) To replace old cells
C) To make extra copies of DNA to store for later use
D) To make new cells as the organism grows
E) To repair damaged tissue


Answer: C) To make extra copies of DNA to store for later use

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