Biology Topic Practice

The Cell Cycle & Mitosis

Cell division by mitosis is essential for the growth and development of multicellular organisms.

Would you get full marks on mitosis diagrams?

What is The Cell Cycle & Mitosis?

"Mitosis is a type of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells for growth and repair."

Question 1

What is produced by mitosis?

Question 2

Why are cultures in school laboratories usually incubated at about 25°C rather than 37°C?

Question 3

Which change would increase the rate of diffusion?

Question 4

Which answer best completes the statement? The nucleus contains ____ and controls the cell

Stages of Divison

Before a cell divides, it must grow and increase the number of sub-cellular structures like ribosomes.

DNA replication occurs to form two copies of each chromosome.

Exam Tip

Mitosis results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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