Cell Division: Mitosis & Meiosis Review

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What is Interphase?

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The phase in a cell's life cycle where it carries out its normal functions and prepares for cell division.

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What is crossing over?

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The process during meiosis where homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material, increasing genetic diversity.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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The phase of mitosis where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the main difference between meiosis and mitosis?

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Meiosis involves the joining of homologous chromosomes and crossing over, while mitosis does not.

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What are the phases of mitosis?

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The phases include Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What happens during Telophase?

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The final phase of mitosis where the chromosomes begin to de-condense and the nuclear envelope re-forms.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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The process that follows mitosis where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two daughter cells.

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What is the role of spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What is a homologous chromosome?

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Chromosomes that are similar in shape, size, and genetic content, one inherited from each parent.

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What is the significance of meiosis?

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Meiosis reduces the chromosome number by half, producing gametes for sexual reproduction.