6 Questions
What is the purpose of cell division in eukaryotes?
Producing genetically identical daughter cells
Which type of cell division reduces the number of chromosomes from two of each type to one of each type in daughter cells?
Meiosis
Why is cell division tightly regulated in multicellular organisms?
To prevent uncontrolled growth and potential harm
In what way does a fertilized egg contribute to the formation of a human body?
By evolving into a multicellular organism through trillions of controlled divisions
Why do single-celled organisms use cell division?
As a method of reproduction
How does cell reproduction contribute to tissue maintenance in fully grown beings?
By repairing damaged tissues and regenerating cells
Learn about the process of cell division in Zoology for pre-Medicine students with Dr. Naema Azabi. Understand how a parent cell divides into two daughter cells as part of the cell cycle, including mitosis and meiosis.
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