Why cells divide
Cell Cycle
Mitosis
Meiosis
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Name the two types of cell division
mitosis and meiosis
100
Does Crossing over take place in Mitosis or Meiosis
It occurs in Meiosis
100
What is the main purpose of mitosis?
To produce two identical daughter cells for growth and repair.
100
How many rounds of division occur in meiosis?
Two rounds of division.
200
What is one of the reasons cells divide?
to reproduce
to grow the organism
to repair/replace cells
200
During which phase of the cell cycle does the cell spend most of its life?
Interphase
200
What are 2 Stages of Mitosis
Interphase, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and or Telophase.
200
What is 1 difference between mitosis and meiosis?
Mitosis results in two identical cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse cells.
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What is the term for the process by which a cell's DNA is copies before it divides?
Hint: DNA _________
DNA replication
300
Which process is involved in asexual reproduction?
Mitosis
300
What is the final product of mitosis?
two identical diploid daughter cells
300
How many chromosomes does a human gamete have after meiosis?
23 chromosomes.
400
How many Chromosomes do Humans have?
46 Chromosomes
400
What is cytokinesis?
The process that divides the cytoplasm of a parent cell into two daughter cells.
400
What types of cells are produced by mitosis?
Mitosis produces somatic cells
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What types of cells are produced by meiosis?
Meiosis produces gametes