Meiosis and Mitosis Review

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What is the correct order of stages in mitosis?

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prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase

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Name the phase where chromosomes align in the middle of the cell during mitosis.

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metaphase

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What are pairs of chromosomes that contain the same genes but may have different versions called?

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homologous pairs

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Why must cells of an organism replicate?

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For growth, repair of damaged cells, and replacement of dying cells.

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How many daughter cells does each Meiosis (I & II) create?

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2 in Meiosis I and 4 in Meiosis II.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What is meiosis?

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Meiosis is the process of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four non-identical daughter cells.

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What is the main purpose of mitosis?

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To enable growth and replace worn-out or damaged cells.

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What is the difference between sister chromatids and homologous chromosomes?

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Sister chromatids are identical copies of a chromosome, while homologous chromosomes are pairs of chromosomes from each parent that may contain different alleles.

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What happens during prophase of mitosis?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.