Mitosis and meiosis Flashcards
what does Mitosis do
: repaired damaged tissues, the main function is growth. 2 daughter cells( 23 diploids)
what does meiosis do
makes sperm cells and egg cells(23 himloids)
what is a GMO
genetically modified organism
An example of a GMO
Modify the properties of plants or animals to make a better version of the plant.
For example, putting the fish gene of not freezing in tomatoes so they grow during the winter.
what is Hormonal treatment
drugs to boost fertility
what is Artificial insemination
sperm is injected directly into the uterus
what is In vitro fertilization
puts an egg and sperm cells in a petri dish.
what is iioo-Intracytoplasmic sperm injection
forcing spermatozoa into the ovum
what is Chemical energy
form found in the bonds that keep the atom of a molecule together
what is Mechanical energy:
is a form of energy-related to motion
what is Thermal energy
from of energy caused by the motion of the particles in matter
what is Radiant energy
contained in light and other electromagnetic waves.
