Mitosis is the process of cell reproduction that results in the formation of what?

Mitosis is a fundamental process in cell reproduction that leads to the formation of daughter cells. During this process, a single parent cell divides to produce two genetically identical cells, both of which are referred to as daughter cells. This ensures that each new cell contains the same genetic material as the original parent cell, which is crucial for growth, repair, and maintenance of tissues in an organism. The term "daughter cells" specifically highlights the relationship between the newly formed cells and the original cell from which they derived, distinguishing them from other types of cells that might arise through different processes, such as stem cells or gametes in meiosis.