Most cells in the human body are produced by mitosis. These are the somatic (or vegetative) line cells. Cells that become gametes are referred to as germ line cells. The vast majority of cell divisions in the human body are mitotic, with meiosis being restricted to the gonads.
Technically, the caste is called Patidar, and Patel is the most common last name among its members. For all intents and purposes, Patel and Patidar are the same, says Nilam. They weren't officially recognized as a caste until the British-run government declared them one in the 1930s.
1 For many Indians, the first name is a god's name or the grandfather or grandmother's name, depending on the gender of the child. 2  Patel-the 20th most common surname in Britain-is of Gujarati origin and can mean innkeeper, farmer or chief. 3  The surname Gandhi comes from the Sanskrit gandha, meaning perfume seller. For many Indians, the first name is a god's name or the grandfather or grandmother's name, depending on the gender of the child. 2  Patel-the 20th most common surname in Britain-is of Gujarati origin and can mean innkeeper, farmer or chief. 3  The surname Gandhi comes from the Sanskrit gandha, meaning perfume seller.