Cell Division

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Why is cell division important?

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Cell division is important because it allows for growth, replaces worn out cells, and helps one-celled organisms reproduce.

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Cell growth is a characteristic of living things. True or False?

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True

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Cancer is the uncontrolled division of cells. True or False?

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True

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In mitosis, the end product is...

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2 diploid cells.

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What is the nucleus?

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The nucleus is the control center of the cell.

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What are the two main types of cell division?

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Mitosis and Meiosis.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What is meiosis?

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Meiosis is the process of cell division that results in four genetically different gametes.

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What is a diploid cell?

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A diploid cell is a cell that contains two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.

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What is a haploid cell?

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A haploid cell is a cell that contains only one set of chromosomes.