Unit 2 k.a 2.1 Flashcards by Tess Mclay | Brainscape

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what is the definition of mitosis

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the process when a cell divides

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what is the definition of chromatids

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the ‘wings’ of an X shaped chromosome

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definition of equator

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an imaginary line down the middle of a cell

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definition of spindle fibres

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structures that pull the chromatids apart

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definition of diploid

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cells with two sets of chromosomes

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definition of chromosome

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a structure made of DNA that is tightly coiled

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definition of a stem cell

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unspecialized cell which can self renew

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definition of embryonic stem cell

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a cell taken from an early embryo

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definition of tissue stem cell

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a stem cell found in adults

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definition of multicellular

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an organism made from many cells

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definition of tissue

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a group of similar cells

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definition of organ

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tissues working together to carry a function

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definition of a organ system

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group of organs that work closely together

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