cell division Flashcards
1
Q
What does mitosis allow cells to do?
A
divide for growth, repair and development of an embryo
2
Q
What are the three stages of mitosis?
A
Stage 1 - DNA is copied and number of sub cellular structures, mitochondria, and ribosomes are increased
Stage 2 - chromosomes are poured to either end of the cell and nucleus divides
Stage 3 - cytoplasm and cell membranes divide to form two genetically identical cells