Mitosis

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Are all cells the same?
No, they have different structures and functions
Are animal and plant cells the same?
No, they have different structures and functions
How is a copy of DNA made?
Through the process of transcription
How is a protein made?
Through the process of translation
What is mitosis?
A type of cell division that produces two genetically identical daughter cells
Why is mitosis important?
It is essential for growth and repair in multicellular organisms
How does DNA replicate?
Each chromosome is duplicated so that each daughter cell receives a complete set of identical chromosomes
What is the cell cycle?
A series of events that lead to cell duplication, including growth, DNA replication, mitosis, and cytokinesis
How is the cell cycle regulated?
By several checkpoints and regulatory molecules to ensure accurate progression
What happens to chromosomes during mitosis?
They condense, line up at the metaphase plate, and then separate to opposite poles
Why is the cell cycle called a cycle?
Because the process repeats indefinitely under favorable conditions
What is the significance of mitosis in multicellular organisms?
It is essential for growth, repair, and maintaining genetic stability