Cell Division Flashcards
1
Q
How is dna arranged as chromosomes?
A
Most cells in your body have a nucleas which contains you genetic information in the form of chromosomes
2
Q
What are chromosomes?
A
Coiled up lengths of dna molecules
3
Q
What are the three main stages of mitosis
A
- the chromosomes line up at the centre of the cell and cell fibres pull them apart
- membranes form around each of the sets of chromosomes
- lastly the cytoplasm and cell membrane divide
4
Q
What is the end result of mitosis
A
The cell has produced two new daughter cells and they contain identical dna
5
Q
What are stem cells in humans
A
Cells that have not undergone differentiation
6
Q
What is the function of a stem cell
A
Stem cells are the early form of cells that can make anythung type of cell needed
