cell divion Flashcards

(10 cards)

1
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what do chromosomes carry

A

genetic information

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2
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what is each section of chromosome called

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gene

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3
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why is cell differentiation important

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it creates all of your different structures such as muscles, bones and organs.

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4
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what happens in mitosis

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a eukaryotic cells nucleus splits in 2 followed by division of the parent cell into 2 daughter cells

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5
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what is a eukaryotic cell?

A

they are complex cells that contain a nucleus and other membrane bound organelles

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6
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examples of eukaryotic cells

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animals plants fungi and protists

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7
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what is a prokaryotic cell?

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these cells do not have a true nucleus and membrane bound organelles

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8
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examples of prokaryotic cells

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bacteria and archaea

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9
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what is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells

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eukaryotic cells have a membrane bound nucleus and prokaryotic cells do not

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10
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what is a membrane bound nucleus

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it contains the genetic material and directs all cell functions

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