Mitosis and Meiosis Flashcards
1
Q
What is produced in mitosis?
A
2 identical body cells
2
Q
How many chromosomes do the cells produced by mitosis contain?
A
46
3
Q
How many divisions are there in mitosis?
A
1
4
Q
What is produced in meiosis?
A
4 gametes (sex cells- sperm/egg cells)
5
Q
How many chromosomes do the cells produced my meiosis contain?
A
23
6
Q
Where does meiosis occur?
A
Testes and ovaries
7
Q
Where does mitosis occur?
A
All over the body
8
Q
Why is mitosis needed?
A
For growth and repair
9
Q
Why is meiosis needed?
A
For reproduction to occur
10
Q
How many divisions are there in meiosis?
A
2
