Cell Division Review

Front

What is the process of cell division called that results in two identical daughter cells?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes align in the center of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the first phase of meiosis where homologous chromosomes pair up?

Back

Prophase I

Front

What is the phase of meiosis that results in the division of the cytoplasm?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

What phase of mitosis follows metaphase and involves the separation of sister chromatids?

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Anaphase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division?

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Interphase

Front

What is the term for the division of the nucleus during cell division?

Back

Karyokinesis

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis in terms of the number of daughter cells produced?

Back

Mitosis produces 2 identical daughter cells, while meiosis produces 4 genetically diverse daughter cells.

Front

What is the phase of meiosis where crossing over occurs?

Back

Prophase I

Front

What is the final stage of mitosis where the cell physically divides?

Back

Cytokinesis