Functions of Mitosis (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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How many nuclei are formed when one nucleus divides by mitosis?
How many nuclei are formed when one nucleus divides by mitosis?
2 nuclei
How do the chromosomes in daughter nuclei compare to the parent nucleus after mitosis?
How do the chromosomes in daughter nuclei compare to the parent nucleus after mitosis?
Same number
What is the function of mitosis in single-celled organisms?
What is the function of mitosis in single-celled organisms?
Reproduction
Which organisms use mitosis as a method of reproduction?
Which organisms use mitosis as a method of reproduction?
Amoeba and bacteria
What type of reproduction is mitosis?
What type of reproduction is mitosis?
Asexual
How many parents are involved in asexual reproduction by mitosis?
How many parents are involved in asexual reproduction by mitosis?
One parent
What is an advantage of reproduction by mitosis?
What is an advantage of reproduction by mitosis?
Very fast and efficient
What is a disadvantage of reproduction by mitosis?
What is a disadvantage of reproduction by mitosis?
No variation in offspring
What is the purpose of mitosis in multi-celled organisms?
What is the purpose of mitosis in multi-celled organisms?
Growth and repair
Why does mitosis occur more slowly in plants than in animals?
Why does mitosis occur more slowly in plants than in animals?
Plants have slower metabolism