Kenny Brawner

Per. 1
10/24/13
Mitosis PreLab Questions: Part 1

1. The single cell we developed from went through asexual cell reproduction called mitosis. It
would take at least 47 divisions of the continuously compounded cells to make an organism with
at least 100 trillion cells.

2. Unicellular organisms go through cell division, most commonly binary fission, to reproduce.

3. The daughter cells must have exact copies or sets of DNA.

4. Genetic information doesnt differ from one cell to another because they were all derived from
the single zygote. The zygote passed on its genetic information which was passed on to every
cell thereafter.

5. If a cell is successful in survival, its genes are suited and can be passed on asexually to ensure
success. Asexual reproduction is best for cells or organisms well adapted to their environment.

6. If DNA is not replicated, the diploid cells of 46 chromosomes would only have 23 chromosomes.
Also, one cell could receive all of the genetic material while the other cell would die.

7. Chromosomes attach to microtubules functioning as spindle fibers. They then use motor
proteins in the centromeres to move either to the metaphase plate or to opposite pole in
anaphase.