Chapter 8 Section 2 Word Scramble
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Term | Definition |
binary fission | the division of a prokaryotic cell into two offspring cells |
mitosis | a process of cell division that forms two new nuclei |
asexual reproduction | the production of offspring from one parent |
meiosis | a process of cell division during which the chromosomes decrease to half of the original number by two divisions of the nucleus |
gamete | haploid reproduction cells |
interphase | the time between cell divisions |
cytokinesis | the division of the cells cytoplasm |
prophase | the first stage of mitosis, condensation of chromosomes |
spindle fiber | microtubules that radiate from the centrosomes |
metaphase | chromosomes move to the cells equator |
anaphase | chromosomes separate |
telophase | nuclear membrane forms around two new cells |
cell plate | a plate that later forms a new cell wall, making two cells |
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