Mitosis review

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What is the process by which a cell divides into two genetically identical daughter cells?

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Cell division, specifically mitosis.

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Name a phase of mitosis.

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Anaphase.

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If a tomato plant cell has 24 chromosomes, how many chromosomes will each daughter cell have after mitosis?

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24 chromosomes each.

Front

Which process creates two identical new cells: mitosis or meiosis?

Back

Mitosis.

Front

During which phase in mitosis do the chromosomes pull away from the middle of the cell?

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Anaphase.

Front

What is the main purpose of mitosis?

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To produce two genetically identical daughter cells for growth and repair.

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What are the four main phases of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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What happens during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes and pull them to opposite ends of the cell.

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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.