Cell Division

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What is Mitosis?

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Mitosis is a type of cell division that results in two daughter cells, each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent nucleus, typically 46 in humans.

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What are the two main stages of cell division?

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The two main stages of cell division are mitosis and cytokinesis.

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What is the difference between Mitosis and Meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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What is the role of cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells after mitosis.

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What happens during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the significance of crossing over in Meiosis?

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Crossing over increases genetic diversity by exchanging genetic material between homologous chromosomes.

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How many chromosomes do human somatic cells have?

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Human somatic cells have 46 chromosomes.

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What is the order of organization from simplest to most complex?

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The order is: Cell, Tissue, Organ, Organ System.

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What phase follows Metaphase in Mitosis?

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Anaphase follows Metaphase in Mitosis.

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What is Interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.