In eukaryotic organisms, what is the final result of meiosis starting from one diploid germ cell?

• A. Four genetically identical diploid daughter cells produced after two rounds of DNA replication
• B. Four genetically distinct haploid cells (gametes or spores), each with half the original chromosome number
• C. Two genetically identical diploid daughter cells with the same chromosome number as the parent cell
• D. Two genetically distinct haploid cells produced after a single division without recombination

Answer: (B)