Mitosis and Meiosis flashcard

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of the cell cycle where the cytoplasm of a parental cell is divided into two daughter cells.

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What is the significance of crossing over in meiosis?

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Crossing over during prophase 1 of meiosis leads to genetic variation in daughter cells.

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What is the correct order of stages in mitosis?

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The correct order of stages in mitosis is Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What processes occur through mitosis?

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Mitosis is responsible for growth, repair, and development in the embryo.

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What is a centriole?

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A centriole is a cylindrical structure involved in cell division, helping to organize the mitotic spindle.

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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 happens during prophase of mitosis?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the mitotic spindle begins to form.

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What is the role of the spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during cell division by attaching to the centromeres.

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What is the end result of meiosis?

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The end result of meiosis is four haploid gametes, each with half the number of chromosomes of the original cell.

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What is the function of the centrosome?

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The centrosome organizes microtubules and is crucial for the formation of the mitotic spindle.