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03/24/2026

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Chromosomes replicate before cell division, what is the name of the two cpis of the chromosome?
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chromatids
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Name the structures that separate the chromatids of each chromosome during mitosis.
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spindle fibres
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Nam ethe area of cell where chromosomes line up in single file during mitosis.
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equator
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Name two reasons why new cells, produced by mitosis are needed.
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Growth, repair of damaged tissues, replacement of dead or damaged cells
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How many sets of chromosomes do diploid cells have?
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2
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What is the human diploid chromosome compliment?
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46
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Are the new cells produced by mitosis haploid or dilpoid?
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diploid
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What do we call unspecialised cells in animals?
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Stem Cells
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What two things can stem cells do?
Definition
divide to self-renew and become specialised cells
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What two processes are stem cells involed in?
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growth and repair
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Name the stem cells found in the body throughout life.
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Adult/ tissue stem cells
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Name the stem cells which can be obtained from the very early embryo.
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Embryonic stem cells
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Give the heirarchy of organisation in living things starting with cells.
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cells-tissues-organs-systems-organism
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