Mitosis and Meiosis Review

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What must be copied before cells can divide?

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DNA

Front

What is the stage called when the cytoplasm is divided between the cells, splitting the cell into two?

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Cytokinesis

Front

What process results in gametes?

Back

Meiosis

Front

What do you call cells that have only one chromosome from each pair?

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Haploid

Front

In which stage do chromosomes start to line up in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the term for the process of cell division that results in two identical body cells?

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Mitosis

Front

What is the main purpose of meiosis?

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To produce gametes for sexual reproduction.

Front

What are homologous chromosomes?

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Chromosomes that are similar in shape, size, and genetic content.

Front

What is the difference between diploid and haploid cells?

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Diploid cells have two sets of chromosomes, while haploid cells have one set.

Front

What happens during prophase of mitosis?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.