Mitosis

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  • Created on: 23-03-13 13:49
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  • Mitosis
    • Daughter cells exact copies/ genetically identical cells
    • Same number  of chromosomes as parents
    • Genetic stability
    • Important for growth
    • Replacement of missing tissue/repair e.g hair
    • Allows large numbers of offspring to be produced- cloning, quick colonisation
    • Asexual reproduction- runners, yeast

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