Mitotic cell division functions in all of the following except to _____.
A) increase body size through growth
B) replace worn-out or dead cells
C) repair injured tissues
D) produce gametes or spores
Answer: D) produce gametes or spores
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a. thalamus b. hypothalamus c. cerebrum d. brain stem e. cerebellum
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