Mitosis and Meiosis Flashcard

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What are the phases of mitosis in the correct order?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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What is the longest stage of the cell cycle?

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Interphase.

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What happens during the metaphase stage of mitosis?

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Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.

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What is crossing over in genetics?

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The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis.

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What is a centromere?

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The region of a chromosome where the two sister chromatids are joined.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The process where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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To produce two genetically identical daughter cells for growth and repair.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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

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What occurs during prophase of mitosis?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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They help separate the chromosomes and pull them to opposite ends of the cell.