2)1 Flashcards
1
Q
Why do cells need to divide?
A
Growth and repair of multicellular organisms and asexual reproduction of unicellular organism
2
Q
What are the two different types of nuclear division and what do they lead to?
A
Meiosis leads to the formation of sex cells (gametes) and mitosis leads to the formation of body cells (somatic)
3
Q
What is the number of chromosomes present in a cell called?
A
Chromosome complement
4
Q
What is the function of the cerebrum?
A
The cerebrum controls memory, personality and conscious thought
5
Q
What is the function of the cerebellum?
A
Controls balance and co-ordination of movement
6
Q
What is the function of the medulla?
A
Controls heart rate and breathing rate
