These structures are found in the nucleus of dividing cells, they appear X-shaped. What are they called?

• Chromatids

• Chromosomes

• Spindle fibers

• Centrioles

A chromosome is made of two identical sister ______.

Chromosomes are made of ______ wrapped around proteins.

Chromosomes are found in the ______ of the cell.

• Cytoplasm

• Mitochondria

• Nucleus

• Ribosome

Sister chromatids are held together by ______.

• Centromeres

• Centrioles

• Lipids

• Nucleotides

Body cells that contain the full number of chromosomes, 46 in humans, are called ______.

• Haploid

• Diploid

• Triploid

• Monoploid

Sex cells that contain only half the number of chromosomes are called ______.

• Haploid

• Diploid

• Triploid

• Monoploid

The process by which the nucleus divides into two new nuclei is called:

• Cytokinesis

• Mitosis

• Meiosis

• Interphase

The process by which the cell splits into two new daughter cells is called:

• Cytokinesis

• Mitosis

• Meiosis

• Interphase

What is the diploid number for this cell?