This is a long period during the cell cycle where the cell is growing and doing its job
Interphase
The part of Interphase when chromosomes are copied in preparation for dividing
"S" Phase (synthesis)
The biological term for any type of sex cell
Gamete
A term referring to having only one set of chromosomes
Haploid
T/F: Independent assortment leads to genetically identical diploid cells
False
This type of feedback loop is a response in which the effects of a reaction slow or stop (go in reverse) that reaction.
Negative Feedback Loop
Mitosis makes ______________ cells.
Identical (body)
This treatment for cancer works on rapidly dividing cells
Chemotherapy
If a cancer has metastasized, that means it has now ____________ .
Spread
During Prophase 1 of meiosis, this process helps to create genetic variety in gametes
Crossing Over
This occurs early on in meiosis, where homologous pairs of chromosomes exchange genes
crossing over
How does mitosis maintain homeostasis?
it creates new cells that can be used for growth and repair. During mitosis, one cell creates two identical daughter cells. These cells are necessary to replac