Miscellaneous
What is a cell?
The smallest unit of life
What is the acronym that helps us remember the stages of mitosis (or meiosis)?
PMAT
How is PMAT different in meiosis than in mitosis?
It occurs twice
What is the difference between asexual and sexual reproduction?
Asexual reproduction does not require a partner. Sexual reproduction requires a partner.
Which organism is the oldest according to the cladogram?
The shark
Using your knowledge of prefixes what does the word biology mean?
bio is living
ology is the study of something
When do chromosomes get pulled apart?
Anaphase
True or false: Meiosis is the process used in sexual reproduction.
True
Name the two gametes
egg (ovum) cells and sperm cells
According to the cladogram, which organism has a bony skeleton, 4 limbs and a vertebrae?
Amphibians
Name one thing that is abiotic
Anything non living
What is the stage before cell division called?
Interphase
True or false: Meiosis occurs during asexual reproduction.
False
What is ovulation?
Ovulation is the process in which a mature egg is released from the ovary.
Primates are most closely related to which species?
Rodents & rabbits
What is the definition of biotic?
Something that is living
When does the nuclear membrane begin to reappear?
Telphase
What is the end result of meiosis?
Four completely different cells
Which part of the male reproductive system houses mature sperm?
epididymis
Which characteristic do primates not have?
Eggs with shells
Which part of the female reproductive system does an ovum transports male sperm to the female egg?
Oviduct or fallopian tubes or uterine tube
What is the result of mitosis?
Two identical cells
This is very important in securing variety of genes. This happens in prophase of meiosis 1.
Crossing over
Where should a blastocyst be implanted for a successful pregnancy?
The lining of the uterus or the endometrium
Which characteristic is missing from the cladogram? where would you add it?