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What is one primary function of cell division in multicellular organisms?
What is one primary function of cell division in multicellular organisms?
What distinguishes meiosis from other forms of cell division?
What distinguishes meiosis from other forms of cell division?
What do eukaryotic chromosomes consist of during cell division?
What do eukaryotic chromosomes consist of during cell division?
How many sets of chromosomes do somatic cells have?
How many sets of chromosomes do somatic cells have?
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What term describes the characteristic number of chromosomes for each species?
What term describes the characteristic number of chromosomes for each species?
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Study Notes
Cell Division in Unicellular Organisms
- Cell division reproduces the entire organism.
Cell Division in Multicellular Organisms
- Essential for development from a fertilized cell.
- Crucial for growth.
- Necessary for repair.
- Typically produces daughter cells with identical genetic information (DNA).
- Meiosis is an exception, producing sperm and egg cells.
Chromosomes
- DNA molecules in a cell.
- Eukaryotic chromosomes consist of chromatin: a complex of DNA and protein.
- Chromatin condenses during cell division.
- Each species has a specific number of chromosomes.
Somatic Cells vs. Gametes
- Somatic cells (body cells) have two sets of chromosomes.
- Gametes (sperm/eggs) have one set of chromosomes.
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Test your understanding of cell division in both unicellular and multicellular organisms. This quiz covers essential processes like meiosis, the role of chromosomes, and the differences between somatic cells and gametes. Perfect for biology students looking to reinforce their knowledge.
