Cell division Flashcards
1
Q
What is a chromosome?
A
It is a cell that is made of DNA
2
Q
How many pairs of chromosomes do humans have?
A
23
3
Q
What is mitosis?
A
a type of cell division that results in two daughter cells.
4
Q
what are stem cells?
A
they are undifferentiated cells that divide to make different types of cells.
5
Q
where are stem cells found?
A
human embryos e.g bone marrow
6
Q
what are stem cells from human embryos called, that can make all types of cells?
A
embryonic stem cells.
