Cell Division

8. The genetic constitution of an individual, representing the alleles inherited from the parents.
9. Pairs of chromosomes that have the same structure and gene sequence, one inherited from each parent.
10. The process by which a parent cell divides into two or more daughter cells.
13. A mode of reproduction that does not involve the fusion of gametes and results in offspring genetically identical to the parent.
14. Gametes- sperm and egg cells. Made by meiosis with ½ the regular number of chromosomes in them.
16. The process by which a cell makes an identical copy of its DNA before cell division.
17. A type of cell division that results in two daughter cells, each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

1. The cells that result from the division of a parent cell.
2. The exchange of genetic material between homologous chromosomes during meiosis, leading to genetic variation.
3. A structure composed of DNA and proteins that carries genetic information.
4. Differences in DNA sequences among individuals, which can lead to variations in traits.
5. A type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four haploid gametes.
6. A cell that contains a single set of chromosomes, typical of gametes in sexual reproduction.
7. Any cells in the body that are not gametes; they are diploid and make up most of the body's tissues and organs.
10. A disease characterized by uncontrolled cell division, leading to the formation of tumors and potential spread to other parts of the body.
11. The series of phases that a cell goes through from its formation until it divides into two daughter cells.
12. A cell or organism that has two complete sets of chromosomes, one from each parent.
14. A mode of reproduction that involves the fusion of male and female gametes, resulting in genetically diverse offspring.
15. Reproductive cells (sperm and eggs) that are haploid and unite during fertilization to form a diploid zygote.