What is the primary result of Meiosis I and II through cytokinesis?

Meiosis consists of two rounds of cell division: Meiosis I and Meiosis II, culminating in cytokinesis. The primary result of these processes is the formation of four haploid daughter cells.

During Meiosis I, homologous chromosomes are separated into two different daughter cells. This reduction division reduces the chromosome number from diploid (two sets of chromosomes) to haploid (one set). Following Meiosis I, cytokinesis occurs, resulting in two haploid cells.

Then, during Meiosis II, similar to mitosis, the two haploid cells undergo a second round of division where the sister chromatids of each chromosome are separated. This again concludes with cytokinesis, producing a total of four haploid daughter cells.

Therefore, the correct choice reflects that the end result of meiosis and subsequent cytokinesis is indeed four haploid daughter cells, which have half the chromosome number of the original cell. This outcome is essential for sexual reproduction, allowing for genetic diversity when gametes (sperm and egg) combine during fertilization.