Mitosis and Meiosis

Front

What is the structure that holds sister chromatids together?

Back

Centromere

Front

Why is it important to replicate DNA before a cell divides in mitosis or meiosis?

Back

In order for genetic information to be transferred into daughter cells.

Front

What phase of mitosis is characterized by chromosomes lining up in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

How many chromosomes do humans have?

Back

46

Front

During which phase of the cell cycle is DNA replicated?

Back

S phase

Front

What is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the process of cell division that results in four genetically diverse gametes?

Back

Meiosis

Front

What are the two main stages of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase and Mitotic phase.

Front

What is the term for the genetic material found in the nucleus of a cell?

Back

DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)

Front

What is the difference between a chromatid and a chromosome?

Back

A chromatid is one half of a duplicated chromosome.