Mitosis vs Meiosis Flashcards

1
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Where does mitosis occur?

A

All over the body

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2
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Mitosis: What is the result with the cells?

A

2 daughter cells.

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3
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What is the purpose of mitosis? Name 2 things

A

1-To replace existing cells before they die

2-To grow

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4
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Where does meiosis occur?

A

In reproductive organs.

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5
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Meiosis: What is the result with the cells?

A

4 daughter cells are NOT identical.

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6
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To exchange genetic material of common alleles, what occurs?

A

A cross-over.

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7
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What is the purpose of meiosis?

A

To produce reproductive cells, (gametes or sex cells).

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8
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What’s the life cycle of mitosis?

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From conception until death.

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9
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Whats the life cycle of meiosis?

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From puberty until death.

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10
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What is cytokinesis?

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It’s what occurs in mitosis… cell splitting.

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11
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Women: Meoisis is used for what?

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It’s used to create ova cells.

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12
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Men: Meoisis is used for what?

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It’s used to create sperm cells.

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13
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Mitosis concludes in how many cells?

A

46 chromosomes

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14
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Meiosis concludes in how many cells?

A

23 chromosomes that’s why when a sperm and egg combine, it equals to 46 chromosomes.

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