Cell division

The process by which a parent cell divides into two or more daughter cells, essential for growth, repair, and reproduction.

Mitosis and Meiosis.

A type of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells, used for growth and repair.

A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, producing four genetically diverse gametes.

A cell that contains two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent (e.g., human somatic cells have 46 chromosomes).

A cell that contains one complete set of chromosomes (e.g., human gametes have 23 chromosomes).

The cell prepares for division by growing, replicating its DNA, and performing normal functions.

The nuclear membrane breaks down, centrioles move to opposite sides, and chromosomes condense.

To create genetic diversity in offspring through the production of gametes.

The final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.