Understanding Cell Division

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Cell division

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where one cell splits into two

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Mitosis

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division for growth and repair

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Meiosis

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division for making gametes (eggs and sperm)

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Chromosomes

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carrying genetic information (DNA)

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Interphase

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prepares for division, DNA copies

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Cytokinesis

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splits, two new cells form

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Daughter cells

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cells made after division

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Purpose of mitosis

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repair, and replacement of cells

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Purpose of meiosis

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cells with half the usual chromosomes

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Human chromosome number

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latex="46"> chromosomes in most body cells