Mitosis and Meiosis flashcard

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What is the first stage of mitosis?

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Prophase

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What is the main purpose of meiosis?

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To produce gametes with genetic variation.

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What is the second phase of meiosis?

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Metaphase II

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What happens during Anaphase in mitosis?

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the difference between Anaphase and Anaphase I?

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Anaphase separates sister chromatids, while Anaphase I separates homologous chromosomes.

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What is the final stage of mitosis?

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Telophase

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What occurs during Prophase I of meiosis?

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Homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material through crossing over.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate chromosomes during cell division.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells.

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What is the significance of genetic variation in meiosis?

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It increases the adaptability and survival of a species.