Mitosis and Meiosis

Front

What is the cell cycle phase where the cell grows and prepares for division?

Back

Interphase

Front

If a cell has a haploid (n) number of 10, what is the diploid (2n) number?

Back

20

Front

What is the end product of mitosis?

Back

2 diploid cells

Front

What cellular process is responsible for the regeneration of a sea star's arm?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the haploid number of chromosomes in a human sex cell (egg or sperm)?

Back

23

Front

Define mitosis.

Back

Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

Front

Define meiosis.

Back

Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse haploid cells.

Front

What is the main purpose of interphase in the cell cycle?

Back

To allow the cell to grow, replicate its DNA, and prepare for mitosis.

Front

How many chromosomes are present in a diploid human cell?

Back

46 chromosomes.

Front

What is the difference between haploid and diploid cells?

Back

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