Cell Division
Somatic cell division is a cell division that occurs in somatic cells. This type of cell division is classified as a nuclear division or what we refer to as mitosis. Cells produced in mitosis are called body cells except for gametes. The importance and function of body cells are for growth, repair/replacement, and regeneration.
Reproductive cell division is the mechanism that is responsible for the production of gametes or sex cells. This type of cell division is classified as meiosis. This process is critical in the creation of a new organism
Source: Tortora, G. J., & Derrickson, B. (2011). Principles of anatomy & physiology. (13th ed., p. 96). Danvers, MA, Wiley.
What is the significance of Interphase?
We know that in order for a cell to reproduce, the way they do it is through splitting in half this is known as cell division. Most of the cell life is spent in the interphase wherein they are in a state that’s preparing the cell through the means of increasing the size, multiplying their organelles, and copying of DNA. During Interphase it basically sets up the conditions for the cell division to occur. Without interphase, it's impossible for the cell to multiply and this means that there would be no production of cells that have a specific function. Although interphase occurs naturally in a successful manner, some cases of improper error in the interphase could lead to carcinogenesis or to the rapid proliferation of cells that are damaged. An example of this is the growth of cancerous tumors.
Source: BD EDITORS. (2017, April 28). Interphase - Definition and Stages. Biology Dictionary. Retrieved September 14, 2022, from https://biologydictionary.net/interphase/