10.2 Mitosis Flashcards
What is the first stage of mitosis?
Prophase
True or False: Stem cells are differentiated cells.
False
Fill in the blank: The parent cell divides to produce two ______ cells.
daughter
What are the four main stages of mitosis?
Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase
Which stage of mitosis involves the alignment of chromosomes at the cell’s equator?
Metaphase
What type of cell can differentiate into various cell types?
Stem cell
True or False: Daughter cells are genetically identical to the parent cell.
True
What is the role of transcription factors in cellular differentiation?
They regulate gene expression to determine cell fate.
During which stage of mitosis do sister chromatids separate?
Anaphase
Multiple Choice: Which stage of mitosis is characterized by the reformation of the nuclear envelope? A) Prophase B) Metaphase C) Telophase D) Anaphase
C) Telophase
Fill in the blank: Stem cells can be classified as ______ or ______ stem cells.
embryonic, adult
What is the final result of mitosis?
Two genetically identical daughter cells
True or False: Transcription factors are only involved in the differentiation of stem cells.
False
What happens to the chromosomes during prophase?
They condense and become visible.
Which type of stem cell has the potential to differentiate into any cell type?
Pluripotent stem cell
