Replicating Cells

Question 1

What is a zygote?

Answer 1

the cell formed by the fusion of two gametes, a sperm and egg

Question 2

What is the process of copying DNA called?

Answer 2

DNA replication

Question 3

What are the three steps in the DNA replication process?

Answer 3

1. the strands of the double helix separates from each other like a zip
2. the nucleotides pair up with the exposed bases
3. two identical DNA molecules are formed, each one with a double-helix

Question 4

What is mitosis?

Answer 4

Mitosis is a type of unicellular cell division involved in growth and repair of the body

Question 5

What is meiosis?

Answer 5

Meiosis is a process that multicellular organisms use to produce gametes

Question 6

What is mitosis involved in?

Answer 6

1. wound and tissue repair
2. growth
3. asexual reproduction
4. tissue regeneration