Mitosis and Meiosis

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What is the process by which DNA condenses into chromosomes?

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Mitosis and Meiosis

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What are the two main reasons our body undergoes mitosis?

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Growth and repair

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What is the final phase of meiosis where the nuclear envelope re-forms?

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Telophase II

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What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division?

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Interphase

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What is the process called that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells?

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Cytokinesis

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What are the main differences between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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They help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What is the significance of crossing over during meiosis?

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It increases genetic diversity by exchanging genetic material between homologous chromosomes.

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What happens during prophase in mitosis?

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Chromosomes condense, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is the difference between haploid and diploid cells?

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Haploid cells have one set of chromosomes (n), while diploid cells have two sets (2n).