Cells & Systems Study Guide

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Process that allows more cells to be made, helping organisms grow and repair tissues

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Cell Division

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Why is it important for a cell to make a copy of its DNA before it splits into two new cells?

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Each new cell needs the same amount of DNA as the original cell

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Why does cell division need to happen when a person cuts their skin/muscles, or breaks a bone?

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Cell division creates new cells to repair the tissue

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How does cell division help repair damaged tissue?

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Cell Division creates new cells to repair damaged tissue

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How does cell division contribute to bones growing longer?

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Produces new bone tissue to make the bones bigger (growth)

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What happens if cell division is uncontrolled?

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May result in excessive growth, a tumor, or cancer

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What is growth?

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A living organism matures, develops, and gets bigger due to the addition of cells through cell division.

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What is the function of the nucleus?

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Contains genetic material and controls cell activities

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Identify this bean-shaped organelle

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Mitochondria

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What is the function of the mitochondria?

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To make Energy