Why are two phases of meiosis necessary? In order to maximize variation in the next generation In order to both reduce the chromosome number and separate sister chromatics. In order to produce two daughter cells. In order to produce 4 gametes. All of these. Solution Answer - To Produce 4 gametes Meiosis consist of two phases of cell division - Meiosis I and Meiosis II Meiosis reduces the number of chromosomes by half, and is thus known as reductional form of cell division. This process is necessary for the formation of gametes for fertilization. The number of daughter cells formed are four..