Cell Cycle Vocab

Front

What type of reproduction is binary fission?

Back

asexual

Front

During binary fission, does the original cell divide and produce 2 offspring with identical DNA? T or F

Back

True

Front

A section of a chromosome that codes for a protein or trait is a(n) ____________.

Back

gene

Front

What substances makes up chromosomes?

Back

DNA & histone proteins

Front

2 exact copies of DNA that make up a chromosome are ______.

Back

chromatids

Front

The point where 2 chromatids are attached is the _____.

Back

centromere

Front

2 chromosomes that are similar in size, shape, and genetic content are called _____ _____.

Back

homologous chromosomes

Front

2 sets of chromosomes (2N)

Back

diploid

Front

1 set of chromosomes (1N)

Back

haploid

Front

A fertilized egg

Back

zygote