Lesson 1.5: Cell Cycle & Mitosis
Guiding Questions:
- ​What is the importance of cell division in living organisms?
- Interphase is often referred to as the resting phase, is this appropriate?
- What is the main characteristic of each stage of mitosis?
- What differences occur between plant and animal cells during division?
- What biological processes rely on mitosis?
Materials: Broccoli, strawberries, table salt, zip bag, liquid detergent or shampoo, meat tenderizer or contact lens cleaning solution, 75% rubbing alcohol, wooden stick, beaker, test tube.
Khan Academy Reading: Only read the section "Cell Cycle & Mitosis"
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