Cytogenetics, Mitosis, and Meiosis - Short & Essay
Questions
Short Questions:
1. What is cytogenetics?
2. Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
3. Name the two main phases of the cell cycle.
4. State one major function of mitosis in organisms.
5. What is the significance of meiosis in sexual reproduction?
6. Define haploid and diploid cells with examples.
7. List any two organelles found in eukaryotic cells.
8. At which stage of mitosis do chromosomes align at the equator?
9. What does 'crossing over' mean in meiosis?
10. Who is regarded as the father of genetics?
Essay Question:
Discuss the differences between mitosis and meiosis in terms of process, outcomes, and biological
significance. Provide diagrams if necessary.
Questions
Short Questions:
1. What is cytogenetics?
2. Differentiate between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
3. Name the two main phases of the cell cycle.
4. State one major function of mitosis in organisms.
5. What is the significance of meiosis in sexual reproduction?
6. Define haploid and diploid cells with examples.
7. List any two organelles found in eukaryotic cells.
8. At which stage of mitosis do chromosomes align at the equator?
9. What does 'crossing over' mean in meiosis?
10. Who is regarded as the father of genetics?
Essay Question:
Discuss the differences between mitosis and meiosis in terms of process, outcomes, and biological
significance. Provide diagrams if necessary.
