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What is the name of the single cell from which the life of each sexually produced organism starts?
What is the name of the single cell from which the life of each sexually produced organism starts?
Zygote
What are the two types of cell division mentioned in the text?
What are the two types of cell division mentioned in the text?
Mitosis and Meiosis
How many phases are involved in the division of the nucleus during mitosis?
How many phases are involved in the division of the nucleus during mitosis?
Four
In which phase of mitosis do chromosomes become visible and each chromosome has two chromatids attached at the centromere?
In which phase of mitosis do chromosomes become visible and each chromosome has two chromatids attached at the centromere?
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What happens during metaphase of mitosis?
What happens during metaphase of mitosis?
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What is the role of DNA in the transmission of hereditary information?
What is the role of DNA in the transmission of hereditary information?
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How are chromosomes formed in the nucleus?
How are chromosomes formed in the nucleus?
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Explain the composition of a nucleotide in DNA.
Explain the composition of a nucleotide in DNA.
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How do nitrogenous bases pair up in a DNA molecule?
How do nitrogenous bases pair up in a DNA molecule?
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What determines the type of nucleotide in DNA?
What determines the type of nucleotide in DNA?
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Study Notes
Key Concepts in Cell Division and Genetics
- The single cell from which each sexually produced organism originates is called a zygote.
- There are two types of cell division: mitosis (for growth and repair) and meiosis (for producing gametes).
- Mitosis involves four phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase, which ensure proper segregation of chromosomes.
Phases of Mitosis
- In prophase, chromosomes become visible; each is composed of two chromatids linked at the centromere.
- During metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell equator, and spindle fibers attach to centromeres, ensuring accurate chromosome separation.
Role of DNA and Chromosome Formation
- DNA carries hereditary information, dictating traits and characteristics passed from parents to offspring.
- Chromosomes are formed through the supercoiling of DNA around proteins called histones within the nucleus.
Nucleotides and Base Pairing in DNA
- A nucleotide in DNA is composed of three components: a phosphate group, a deoxyribose sugar, and one of four nitrogenous bases (adenine, thymine, cytosine, guanine).
- In a DNA molecule, nitrogenous bases pair as follows: adenine pairs with thymine, and cytosine pairs with guanine.
Determinants of Nucleotide Type
- The type of nucleotide in DNA is determined by its specific nitrogenous base, which defines the genetic code.
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Test your knowledge on chromosomes, genetic information, and DNA in this quiz. Learn about the structure of chromosomes, the role of DNA in heredity, and the importance of genetic information transmission. Challenge yourself with questions on the fundamental aspects of genetics.
