importance of mitosis Flashcards
1
Q
how are all cels in the body (excluding gametes) produced?
A
by mitosis of the zygote
2
Q
what is mitosis important for?
A
replacing cells e.g. skin cells, red blood cells and for allowing growth (production of new cells e.g. when a zygote divides to form an embryo)
3
Q
growth?
A
mitosis produces new cells
4
Q
repair?
A
to replace damaged or dead cells
5
Q
asexual reproduction?
A
mitosis produces offspring that are genetically identical to the parent cell
