cell divion Flashcards
(10 cards)
what do chromosomes carry
genetic information
what is each section of chromosome called
gene
why is cell differentiation important
it creates all of your different structures such as muscles, bones and organs.
what happens in mitosis
a eukaryotic cells nucleus splits in 2 followed by division of the parent cell into 2 daughter cells
what is a eukaryotic cell?
they are complex cells that contain a nucleus and other membrane bound organelles
examples of eukaryotic cells
animals plants fungi and protists
what is a prokaryotic cell?
these cells do not have a true nucleus and membrane bound organelles
examples of prokaryotic cells
bacteria and archaea
what is the difference between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
eukaryotic cells have a membrane bound nucleus and prokaryotic cells do not
what is a membrane bound nucleus
it contains the genetic material and directs all cell functions