Cell Division And Its Role In Growth And Repair Flashcards
1
Q
Why is cell division essential?
A
Cell division is essential to allow organisms to grow and repair damaged parts, e.g. Cuts or broken bones
2
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What happens during cell division ?
A
During cell division the parent cell divides to produce two identical cells which contain the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell
3
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What results from uncontrolled cell division?
A
Cancer cells