Cell Division Mitosis and Meiosis

1.Why are spindle fibers important for mitosis? (5 points)

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b.Explain why crossing over is important in meiosis. (5 points)

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a.Explain the difference between mitosis and cytokinesis. (3 points)

b.When does mitosis occur during the cell cycle? (1 point)

b.Prophase

d.Anaphase

e.Telophase/cytokinesis

b.Prophase

d.Anaphase

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16.What are haploid cells and diploid cells? Which stage during meiosis are haploid cells formed? (4 points)

17.Why is it important that haploid gametes be produced in animals? (4 points)

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