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The Cell Cycle

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Which of the following is true about cell division in a multicellular organism?

Cell division only occurs in response to accidents or wear and tear (correct)

Cell division does not occur in multicellular organisms

Cell division is not a part of the cell cycle

Cell division reproduces an entire organism

What is the purpose of cell division in a unicellular organism?

To distribute genetic material

To repair and renew cells

To increase the population (correct)

To package DNA into chromosomes

What is a genome?

The genetic information of a cell (correct)

The distribution of identical genetic material

The packaging of DNA into chromosomes

The division of a parent cell into two

How is the genome organized in prokaryotes?

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How many chromosomes do human somatic cells have?

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Cell Division in Multicellular Organisms

Cell division is necessary for growth, repair, and maintenance of tissues in multicellular organisms.

Cell Division in Unicellular Organisms

The purpose of cell division in unicellular organisms is to reproduce and increase the population.

Genome

A genome is the complete set of genetic information contained within an organism's DNA.

Genome Organization in Prokaryotes

In prokaryotes, the genome is organized into a single circular chromosome.

Human Somatic Cells

Human somatic cells have 46 chromosomes, arranged into 23 pairs.

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Test your knowledge about the cell cycle and its importance in the growth and maintenance of living organisms. Explore the different stages of cell division and understand its role in repairing and renewing cells.