Cell Division MCQ Quiz: Exam!
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What is cell division? Cell separation is the procedure by which a parent cell splits into two or more daughter cells. Cell division typically occurs as part of a larger cell cycle. In cell biology, mitosis is part of the cell cycle in which replicated chromosomes are separated into new nuclei. Cell division creates genetically identical cells in which the total number of chromosomes is preserved. This quiz will explain all about cell division.
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One difference between cytokinesis in plant cells and in animal cells is that plant cells have
- A.
A cell plate.
- B.
Chromatin.
- C.
Centrioles.
- D.
Centromeres
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A. A cell plate.Explanation
Plant cells have cell walls which prevent the cell membrane from "pinching in" so they build a cell plate to divide the cytoplasm.Rate this question:
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- 2.
During which phase of mitosis do the chromosomes line up along the equator (middle) of the dividing cell?
- A.
Metaphase
- B.
Telophase
- C.
Anaphase
- D.
Prophase
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A. MetaphaseExplanation
Chromosomes are pulled to the equator (middle) of the cell during metaphase. Metaphase = MiddleRate this question:
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Crossing-over does not occur in mitosis, unlike meiosis. Which of the following is the likely reason?
- A.
Chromatids are not involved in mitosis.
- B.
A cell undergoing mitosis does not have homologous chromosomes.
- C.
There is no prophase during mitosis.
- D.
Homologous chromosomes do not pair up during mitosis.
Correct Answer
D. Homologous chromosomes do not pair up during mitosis.Explanation
Homologous chromosomes pair up during meiosis in order to exchange genes and ensure that each of the 4 gametes produced have 1 copy of each gene. Mitosis produces genetically identical cells so all of the chromosomes line up independently on the spindle.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is a TRUE about the events of the cell cycle?
- A.
The M phase is usually the longest phase.
- B.
Interphase consists of the G1, S, and, G2 phases.
- C.
Little happens during the G1 and G2 phases.
- D.
DNA replicates during cytokinesis.
Correct Answer
B. Interphase consists of the G1, S, and, G2 phases.Explanation
Interphase is the longest stage of the cell cycle consisting of G1 (growth), S (DNA replication) and G2 (preparation for mitosis).Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which of the following is NOT a correct statement about the events of the cell cycle?
- A.
The cell grows during the G1 phase.
- B.
Cell division ends with cytokinesis.
- C.
DNA replicates during the M phase.
- D.
Interphase is usually the longest phase.
Correct Answer
C. DNA replicates during the M phase.Explanation
DNA replication occurs during the S phase of Interphase. M phase is cell division.Rate this question:
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- 6.
During what phase of meiosis does nondisjunction occur?
- A.
Metaphase I
- B.
Anaphase I
- C.
Prophase II
- D.
Metaphase II
Correct Answer
B. Anaphase IExplanation
Nondisjunction occurs when either Homologous Chromosomes fail to separate in Anaphase I or when Sister Chromatids fail to separate in Anaphase II.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT true about mitosis and meiosis?
- A.
Mitosis produces somatic cells and Meiosis produces gametes.
- B.
There are 2 separate divisions in Meiosis and only 1 division in Mitosis.
- C.
Mitosis produces genetically identical cells and Meiosis produces genetically different cells.
- D.
DNA replication happens once in Mitosis and DNA replicates twice in Meiosis.
Correct Answer
D. DNA replication happens once in Mitosis and DNA replicates twice in Meiosis.Explanation
In Meiosis, DNA replication only happens once (during interphase).Rate this question:
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- 8.
During what stage of Meiosis does crossing over occur?
- A.
Between Prophase I and Anaphase I
- B.
Between Prophase II and Anaphase II
- C.
During Interphase
- D.
Crossing over only occurs during Mitosis
Correct Answer
A. Between Prophase I and Anaphase IExplanation
Crossing over occurs when Homologous Chromosomes pair up during Prophase I and separate during Anaphase I.Rate this question:
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- 9.
During which phase of mitosis do spindle fibers separate (pull apart) sister chromatids?
- A.
Anaphase
- B.
Metaphase
- C.
Prophase
- D.
Telophase
Correct Answer
A. AnaphaseExplanation
Anaphase pulls apart sister chromatids.Rate this question:
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- 10.
At what point are the cells in Meiosis first considered haploid?
- A.
Prophase I
- B.
Prophase II
- C.
Telophase II
- D.
Haploid cells are NOT present throughout in meiosis.
Correct Answer
B. Prophase IIExplanation
At the end of Telophase I (and through all of Meiosis II), the cells are haploid.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Unlike mitosis, meiosis results in the formation of
- A.
4 diploid cells.
- B.
2 diploid cells.
- C.
4 haploid cells.
- D.
2 haploid cells.
Correct Answer
C. 4 haploid cells.Explanation
The purpose of Meiosis is to reduce the chromosome number by half.Rate this question:
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- 12.
The region labeled A in Figure 9-1 is called the
- A.
Spindle.
- B.
Centriole.
- C.
Sister chromatid.
- D.
Centromere.
Correct Answer
D. Centromere.Explanation
A chromosome consists of 2 sister chromatids (B) joined together at the centromere (A).Rate this question:
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- 13.
These diagrams represent different stages of animal cell division. From start to finish, what is the correct order of the stages?
- A.
2, 4, 3, 1
- B.
2, 3, 4, 1
- C.
3, 2, 1, 4
- D.
3, 1, 2, 4
Correct Answer
A. 2, 4, 3, 1Explanation
Prophase (chromosomes condense & nuclear membrane disappears) Metaphase (chromosomes line up in the MIDDLE) Anaphase (chromosomes are pulled APART) Telophase (2 nuclear membranes form & cytokinesis occursRate this question:
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What is the purpose of mitosis?
- A.
To produce 2 cells, each with 2 complete sets of chromosomes
- B.
To produce 2 cells, each with half the normal number of chromosomes
- C.
To produce 4 cells, each with 2 complete sets of chromosomes
- D.
To produce 4 cells, each with half the normal number of chromosomes
Correct Answer
A. To produce 2 cells, each with 2 complete sets of chromosomesExplanation
Mitosis produces 2 diploid cells. Meiosis produces 4 haploid cells.Rate this question:
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- 15.
What occurs during metaphase I of meiosis?
- A.
Centromeres of replicated chromosomes line up along the cell’s equator.
- B.
Centromeres divide as sister chromatids move toward opposite poles of the cell.
- C.
Homologous chromosome pairs line up along the cell’s equator.
- D.
Homologous chromosomes move toward opposite poles of the cell.
Correct Answer
C. Homologous chromosome pairs line up along the cell’s equator.Explanation
Metaphase I = homologous chromosomes are pulled to the middle of the cellRate this question:
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- 16.
Which of the following has the stages of the cell cycle in the correct sequence?
- A.
G1, G2, S, Prophase, Anaphase, Metaphase, Telophase, Cytokinesis
- B.
G1, S, G2, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, Cytokinesis
- C.
G1, S, G2, Cytokinesis, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase
- D.
S, G1, G2, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, Prophase, Cytokinesis
Correct Answer
B. G1, S, G2, Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, CytokinesisExplanation
I = Interphase (G1, S, G2)
Play = Prophase
My = Metaphase
Accordion = Anaphase
To = Telophase
Cats = CytokinesisRate this question:
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Which of the following is a major difference between the production of gametes in males and females?
- A.
Male sperm will have always have an X chromosome but female eggs will have either an X or a Y chromosome.
- B.
Males produce 4 viable cells but females only produce 1 viable cell and 3 polar bodies.
- C.
Mitosis occurs in males and meiosis occurs in females.
- D.
There is no difference between gamete production in males and females.
Correct Answer
B. Males produce 4 viable cells but females only produce 1 viable cell and 3 polar bodies.Explanation
Cytokinesis is uneven in oogenesis (production of eggs) which produces only one good egg and 3 unusable cells called polar bodies.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is NOT true of crossing over?
- A.
Crossing over occurs when homologous chromosomes exchange genetic material.
- B.
Crossing over occurs during DNA replication.
- C.
Crossing over increases genetic diversity.
- D.
Crossing over usually only occurs during Meiosis.
Correct Answer
B. Crossing over occurs during DNA replication.Explanation
Crossing over occurs between Prophase I and Anaphase I of Meiosis.Rate this question:
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