Describe the Cell Cycle.

All cells undergo cell division in order to replicate themselves, and this process is called the cell cycle. At the end of the cell cyclle, 2 identical daughter cells are formed. Before the major part of the cell cycle can occur, Mitosis, the cell must first create another copy of its chromosome and duplicate its subcellular components, such as mitochondria and ribosomes. 

Mitosis is the process whereby the chromosomes are pulled to different ends of the cell before division, ensuring that each daughter cell will have an identical copy of the cell's genetic material.

CE

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Why does the bacteria in a vaccine not harm us, but instead make us immune to diseases?


Describe how a sperm cell is adapted to its role (4 marks).


Use your knowledge of natural selection to suggest how the peacock's tail has evolved.


What is a metabolic rate?