cell division Flashcards
define, types and stages
1
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Define cell division
A
A process by which a parent cell separates into 2 daughter cells with identical set of chromosomes.
2
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Why is cell division important
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- Growth and development
- Tissue repair and regeneration
- Reproduction
- Cell replacement
3
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Define mitosis
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process of cell duplication during which one cell gives rise to two genetically identical daughter cells.
4
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Define meiosis
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process of producing the sexually reproductive cells/ gametes.
5
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give the stages that occur in mitosis (according to their order)
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- Prophase
- Metapahse
- Telophase
- Anaphase
6
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give the stages that occur in meiosis 1 (according to their order)
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- Prophase 1
- Metaphase 1
- Telophase
- Anaphase
NB; the last two stages or meiosis 1 are the same as the ones that occur in mitosis.
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