Mitosis is important in the life of a multi-cellular organism. Explain why and how mitosis works.

Mitosis allows for growth and development of a living organism. The genetic material inside each cell is doubled as the chromosomes are doubled. The chromosomes line up in the centre of the cell and are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell. The cytoplasm and cell membranes divide resulting in two identical cells.

HG
Answered by Helen G. Biology tutor

2935 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

What is diffusion? Provide an example of this process in a biological system.


Describe the structure of a typical animal cell and explain the functions of its components. How does this compare to the structure of a plant cell?


Describe how the cells formed by meiosis are different from the cells formed by mitosis


Why should we not overprescribe and overuse antibiotics?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning