Cell Division Flashcards
1
Q
What are the three stages of the cell cycle?
A
Growth stage
Mitosis
Cell division
2
Q
What happens during the growth stage?
A
Extra ribosomes and mitochondria are produced
The cells chromosomes are replicated
3
Q
What happens during mitosis?
A
The two sets of chromosomes are pulled to opposite ends
The nucleus divides into two
4
Q
What happens during cell division?
A
Cytoplasm and membrane are divided resulting in two identical cells
5
Q
What are the three reasons why new cells are required?
A
Growth
Repair
Development
