Biology · Cell Process

Cell Division Diagram

Cell division distributes copied DNA into new cells. This diagram compares mitosis for growth and repair with meiosis for making gametes.

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Diagram labels and functions

Structure / stage	Function
DNA replication	Chromosomes are copied before division.
Mitosis	One division makes two genetically similar cells.
Meiosis I	Homologous chromosomes separate.
Meiosis II	Sister chromatids separate.
Cytokinesis	Cytoplasm separates into new cells.

Mitosis keeps chromosome number constant and usually produces two genetically similar daughter cells.

Meiosis includes two divisions, halves chromosome number and creates four genetically varied cells after crossing over and independent assortment.

What does a cell division diagram show?

It shows how copied chromosomes are separated and how one parent cell becomes daughter cells.

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

Mitosis makes two similar cells; meiosis makes four varied haploid cells.

Is cytokinesis the same as mitosis?

No. Mitosis divides the nucleus; cytokinesis divides the cytoplasm.

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