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Cell Continuity CC
Term | Definition |
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Cell continuity | Process whereby cells develop from pre-existing cells. |
Chromosome | A structure made of DNA and protein which can be inherited. |
Diploid number | Chromosomes in pairs (two sets of chromosomes.) |
Haploid number | Having one set of chromosomes |
Cancer | A growth resulting from abnormal and uncontrolled mitosis |
Mitosis | A form of nuclear division in which one nucleus divides to form 2 identical (daughter) nuclei. |
Meiosis | A form of nuclear division in which one (diploid) nucleus divides to form 4 different (haploid) (daughter) nuclei. |