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What is the primary outcome of mitosis?

  • Two distinct parent cells
  • Two identical daughter cells (correct)
  • Four haploid daughter cells
  • One large daughter cell
  • Meiosis results in diploid daughter cells.

    False

    How many chromosomes does each human cell possess?

    46

    During DNA replication, two strands of the DNA double helix separate, and each strand produces a new ________ strand.

    <p>complementary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the stages of mitosis with their correct descriptions:

    <p>Prophase = Chromosomes condense and become visible Metaphase = Chromosomes align at the cell's equator Anaphase = Sister chromatids are pulled apart Telophase = Nuclear membranes re-form around the separated chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Interphase primarily responsible for during the cell cycle?

    <p>Preparation for the next stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In onion cells, the total number of chromosomes is 16.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of cells undergo mitosis for growth and damage repair?

    <p>Eukaryotic cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason for using onion root tips in this experiment?

    <p>They provide a clear view of cell division stages.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Older or dried onion roots are more effective for viewing mitosis than fresh roots.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended duration for letting the onions rest in water?

    <p>3-4 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The lower surface of the onion should be in contact with __________.

    <p>water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the observations with the likely inferences after specific time frames:

    <p>After 24 hours = Initial root growth observable After 48 hours = Roots are significantly longer After 36 hours = Further cell division is anticipated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which item is NOT required for the experiment?

    <p>Heating pad</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To support smaller onions, splints or toothpicks are used.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should students observe under a 10X magnification during the experiment?

    <p>Single layers of cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of cells in the GO stage?

    <p>To increase in size and function</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cells in interphase are not involved in DNA replication.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name the three main phases of interphase.

    <p>G1, S, G2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During prophase, the _____ membrane disintegrates, freeing the chromosomes.

    <p>nuclear</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the stages of interphase to their descriptions:

    <p>G1 = Cell growth and normal activities S = DNA replication G2 = Preparation for division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase do chromosomes condense and become visible?

    <p>Prophase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chromatin is tightly packed during interphase.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the chromatin during interphase?

    <p>It is uncoiled for transcription.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the kinetochore during mitosis?

    <p>It allows spindle fibers to attach to chromosomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nuclear membrane remains intact during prometaphase.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What information do sister chromatids contain?

    <p>The same genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During __________, chromosomes align along the equatorial plane of the cell.

    <p>metaphase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the stages of mitosis with their characteristics:

    <p>Prophase = Spindle microtubules start forming near the nucleus Prometaphase = Breakdown of the nuclear envelope Metaphase = Chromosomes align at the cell equator Anaphase = Sister chromatids are pulled apart</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during prometaphase?

    <p>Kinetochore develops around the centromere.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The nuclear envelope is completely absent by the end of metaphase.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

    <p>They attach to chromosomes and help move them during cell division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the enzyme separase during cell division?

    <p>To break down cohesin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During telophase, the nuclear envelope is formed around each set of chromosomes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two types of microtubules mentioned in the division process?

    <p>Kinetochore microtubules and astral microtubules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In plant cells, cytokinesis occurs through the formation of a ___.

    <p>cell plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following stages/processes of cell division to their descriptions:

    <p>Anaphase = Separation of sister chromatids Telophase = Formation of nuclear envelopes around chromosomes Cytokinesis = Division of the cytoplasm Interphase = Preparation of the cell for division</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs to the spindle fibers during telophase?

    <p>They disassemble</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Animal cells and plant cells undergo cytokinesis in the same manner.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organelles release carbohydrate filled vesicles during cytokinesis in plant cells?

    <p>Golgi bodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Mitosis Overview

    • Genetic information in eukaryotes is stored in chromosomes; humans have 46 chromosomes, while onions have 8.
    • Cell division occurs when cells replicate their DNA, resulting in two identical DNA molecules from one original strand.
    • Mitosis is the type of cell division in normal eukaryotic cells, producing diploid daughter cells with the same chromosome number as the parent cell.
    • Mitosis plays a critical role in growth and repair, such as wound healing.
    • Mitosis consists of several stages: Prophase, Prometaphase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

    Interphase

    • Interphase is a preparatory phase for cell division, characterized by DNA replication and cellular preparation.
    • Although not a mitotic phase, cells in interphase can be identified by prominent nucleoli.
    • During interphase, chromatin is uncoiled and not tightly packed, allowing for DNA transcription and replication.
    • Interphase consists of three phases:
      • G1 Phase: Cell growth and normal activities.
      • S Phase: DNA is replicated, doubling the genetic content.
      • G2 Phase: Cell prepares for division.

    Stages of Mitosis

    Prophase

    • Chromosomes supercoil and spindle apparatus fibers form between centrosomes.
    • The nuclear membrane disintegrates, allowing chromosomes to enter the cytoplasm.
    • Chromatids become visible, forming X-shaped chromosomes; sister chromatids are joined at the centromere.

    Prometaphase

    • Chromosomes condense further, and the nuclear envelope breaks down.
    • Kinetochore develops around the centromere, and spindle fibers attach to chromosomes.
    • Chromosomes are moved toward the cell center by attached spindle fibers.

    Metaphase

    • Chromosomes align along the equatorial plane of the cell, preparing for separation.
    • The nuclear envelope is absent, making chromosomes visible in the cytoplasm.
    • Enzyme separase breaks down cohesin, allowing sister chromatids to be pulled apart by spindle fibers.

    Anaphase

    • Sister chromatids are separated and pulled to opposite poles by microtubules.
    • Spindle fibers shorten, with astral microtubules helping to pull the poles apart.

    Telophase

    • Chromosomes reach opposite poles, and nuclear envelopes start to form around each set.
    • DNA uncoils as genetic material prepares for future replication.
    • Spindle fibers disassemble as their function concludes.

    Cytokinesis

    • Cytokinesis is the final step of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two identical daughter cells.
    • In plant cells, vesicles from the Golgi body form a cell plate due to the presence of a rigid cell wall, unlike the pinching method seen in animal cells.

    Onion Root Tip Experiment

    • Onion root tips grow rapidly due to cell division, facilitating the study of mitosis stages.
    • Fresh onion bulbs are preferred for optimal results; aged bulbs may yield poor observations.
    • Cells can be observed under a microscope at 10X magnification to identify distinct mitosis stages.

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    Test your understanding of mitosis, the process of cell division in eukaryotic organisms. This quiz covers essential concepts such as chromosome numbers in different species and the importance of DNA replication during cell division. Perfect for students studying biology topics related to cell biology and genetics.

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