Cells and the organisms they make up reproduce through cell division. Some organisms reproduce through mitosis, while others reproduce through meiosis and fertilization. What advantage does meiosis give to organisms that reproduce sexually? (SC.912.L.16.17)

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A. Meiosis ensures that offspring inherit genes from their parents.
B. Meiosis ensures that offspring will not inherit any genetic disorders.
C. Meiosis ensures that offspring are genetically different from their parents.
D, Meiosis ensures that offspring will have identical phenotypes to their parents.

C. Meiosis ensures that offspring are genetically different from their parents.