This Venn diagram depicts the comparable and distinct characteristics of mitosis and meiosis, two crucial cell division processes. Both processes share traits such as interphase, prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, cytokinesis, and genetic material manipulation. However, meiosis is unique in that it involves genetic recombination, homologous chromosome pairing, and independent assortment, contributing to genetic diversity. While mitosis exclusively facilitates cell proliferation, meiosis plays a pivotal role in producing gametes and ensuring genetic variation in offspring.