Chromosomes And Mitosis 1.2.1 Flashcards
1
Q
What are chromosomes made up of?
A
Different genes that encode many different proteins.
2
Q
What happens in the initial growth stage?
A
Extra ribosomes, mitochondria and other sub cellular structures are produced.
The cell’s chromosomes are copied.
3
Q
What happens in Mitosis?
A
The two sets of chromosomes are pulled to opposite ends of the cell.
Then the nucleus divides into two.
The cytoplasm and cell membranes divide to create two identical cells.
4
Q
Where are chromosomes kept in a eukaryotic cell?
A
In the nucleus.
