cell division
How many daughter cells does cell division produce?
Produces two daughter cells
Produces many offspring in _____ period
SHORT period of time
Growth takes ____ time
MORE time
The phase where chromosomes move toward opposite poles (AWAY)
Anaphase
What must cells replicate before cell division?
Cells must replicate DNA before cell division.
Does need to find a mate?
NO
Does need to find a mate?
YES
The phase where the nucleus condenses and chromosomes become visible and the spindle begins to form
Prophase
Why do cells divide
They divide to make more, smaller cells keeps surface area to volume ratio high
In stable environments, genetically...
identical offspring thrive
In changing environments, genetic...
diversity can be beneficial
The phase where the cell begins to divide into daughter cells
Telophase
If conditions change, offspring are...
not well adapted
Offspring may be less well adapted to...
current conditions
The phase where chromosomes line up at the MIDDLE of the cell
Metaphase