26.What is the purpose of Meiosis? * 1: To divide the nucleus of somatic cells
2: To divide reproductive cells
3: To merge two cells together
4: To divide the cytoplasm of a cell

B

Explanation:

is used for just one purpose in the human body: the production of gametes—sex cells, or sperm and eggs. Its goal is to make daughter cells with exactly half as many chromosomes as the starting cell.

i believe the correct answer from the choices listed above is the first option. the scientists need to look at the   validity of data, claims, hypotheses, and observations before  developing an argument. they base their arguments on facts that are present and they make sure they have proofs. 

explanation:

this protocol describes a detailed procedure for intracellular flow cytometry staining.