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What is the longest phase in the cell cycle for any organism?
What is the longest phase in the cell cycle for any organism?
In which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
In which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
What key process occurs during the G1 phase?
What key process occurs during the G1 phase?
How many chromosomes does Vicia faba (bean) have in its diploid set?
How many chromosomes does Vicia faba (bean) have in its diploid set?
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Which stage of plant cell division is primarily concerned with the actual separation of the cell into two daughter cells?
Which stage of plant cell division is primarily concerned with the actual separation of the cell into two daughter cells?
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What is generally true about the chromosomal structure in most higher plants?
What is generally true about the chromosomal structure in most higher plants?
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During which phase do the chromosomes condense and become visible under a microscope?
During which phase do the chromosomes condense and become visible under a microscope?
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Which species has the highest number of chromosomes in its diploid set among common plants?
Which species has the highest number of chromosomes in its diploid set among common plants?
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What occurs during prophase in mitosis?
What occurs during prophase in mitosis?
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Which phase of mitosis is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the center of the cell?
Which phase of mitosis is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the center of the cell?
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Which statement accurately describes cytokinesis?
Which statement accurately describes cytokinesis?
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How does plant cell division differ from animal cell division during cytokinesis?
How does plant cell division differ from animal cell division during cytokinesis?
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What happens to chromosomes during anaphase?
What happens to chromosomes during anaphase?
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Which of the following correctly describes telophase?
Which of the following correctly describes telophase?
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What key feature distinguishes meiosis from mitosis in terms of cell division outcomes?
What key feature distinguishes meiosis from mitosis in terms of cell division outcomes?
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Which phase primarily focuses on the duplication of chromosomes?
Which phase primarily focuses on the duplication of chromosomes?
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What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?
What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?
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Which statement accurately describes G0 phase cells?
Which statement accurately describes G0 phase cells?
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What is the main distinction between karyokinesis and cytokinesis?
What is the main distinction between karyokinesis and cytokinesis?
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What characterizes mitosis as a duplication division?
What characterizes mitosis as a duplication division?
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Which type of cells undergoes meiosis?
Which type of cells undergoes meiosis?
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Which statement correctly differentiates plant and animal cell division?
Which statement correctly differentiates plant and animal cell division?
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During which phase does the preparation for cell division occur?
During which phase does the preparation for cell division occur?
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What is the characteristic of senescent cells in the G0 phase?
What is the characteristic of senescent cells in the G0 phase?
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Study Notes
Basic Principles of Reproduction and Growth
- Reproduction is the biological process creating new organisms.
- Two forms of reproduction exist: asexual and sexual.
Types of Reproduction
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Asexual Reproduction: Involves one organism creating genetically identical copies without another organism.
- Common in single-celled organisms like bacteria.
- Also used by some multi-celled organisms (e.g., some plants).
- Methods like budding, fragmentation, and parthenogenesis also fall under asexual reproduction.
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Sexual Reproduction: Requires two specialized cells (gametes) from different organisms to combine genetic material.
- Creates genetic variation in offspring.
- Involves meiosis (creating haploid gametes) and fertilization (combining gametes).
Growth Definition
- Growth is the irreversible increase in size, height, girth, volume, or weight of an organism.
- It results from increases in cell size and number.
Growth Phases
- Growth occurs in distinct phases, including a formative (lag) phase, an acceleration (exponential or log) phase, a maturity/developmental (stationary) phase, and a deceleration/aging (senescence) phase.
- The phases are typically illustrated by a sigmoid or S-shaped curve.
Growth Rates
- Growth can proceed by arithmetic progression (constant increase) or geometric progression (rapid, exponential increase).
- Arithmetic growth is common in root and shoot elongation in plants.
- Geometric growth is common from mitotic division when cells retain their ability to repeat division.
Planes of Cell Division
- Meristematic cells divide in different ways to form different tissues in an organism.
- Anticlinal division occurs perpendicular to the surface of the plant.
- Periclinal division occurs parallel to the surface.
The Cell Cycle
- The cell cycle consists of interphase and the M phase (mitosis).
- Interphase is divided into G1, S, and G2 phases.
- G1: Cell growth and recovery from division.
- S (Synthesis): DNA replication.
- G2: Preparation for mitosis.
- The M phase includes karyokinesis (division of the nucleus) and cytokinesis (division of the cytoplasm).
Mitosis
- Mitosis is a type of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.
- It involves four phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.
- Chromosomes condense, align, separate, and then two new nuclei form.
- This is an important process for growth and repair in organisms.
Cytokinesis in Plants
- Cytokinesis in plants involves the formation of a cell plate that divides the cytoplasm.
- The cell plate develops from vesicles that fuse to form new cell walls.
Sexual Reproduction
- Combines the genetic material of two organisms to produce new organisms.
- Involves meiosis to produce haploid gametes.
- Combines male and female gametes through fertilization to form a zygote.
- Sexual reproduction may be isogamous (gametes similar) or anisogamous (gametes dissimilar - male and female).
Asexual Reproduction
- Organisms create genetically similar or identical copies of themselves.
- Different methods, including budding, fragmentation, and parthenogenesis.
- Usually takes place without the involvement of another organism.
Other Types of Asexual Reproduction
- Parthenogenesis: Development of an embryo from an unfertilized egg.
- Fragmentation: An organism splits into pieces, each capable of developing into a new organism.
- Spore Formation: Asexual reproduction using spores.
Growth Phases
- A cycle of phases that occur in the growth and development of an organism.
- Phases like growth (increasing size).
- The phases are illustrated by a Sigmoid Curve.
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Explore the fundamental concepts of reproduction and growth in organisms. This quiz covers both asexual and sexual reproduction, as well as the definition and phases of growth. Understand the processes involved in creating new life and how organisms increase in size.
