Differentiate between binary fission and multiple fission.

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Binary FissionMultiple Fission
$(i)$ The nucleus divides into two parts.$(i)$ The nucleus divides into many parts.
$(ii)$ It occurs during normal conditions.$(ii)$ It takes place during unfavourable conditions (Encysted stage).
$(iii)$ It gives rise to two individuals.$(iii)$ It forms many individuals.
$(iv)$ Cytoplasm divides after each nuclear division. Example: $Amoeba$.$(iv)$ Cytoplasm does not divide after every nuclear division. Example: $Plasmodium$.

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