Practice - Centrosome (only in animal cells)
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Practice Questions
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What is a centrosome?
💡 Hint: Think about where it is found in the cell.
What do centrioles do?
💡 Hint: Recall the structure's role in chromosome movement.
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What is the primary role of the centrosome?
💡 Hint: Remember what the centrosome is known for.
True or False: Plant cells contain centrosomes.
💡 Hint: Consider the differences between plant and animal cell structures.
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Analyze the effect of a centrosome malfunction during mitosis. What are the potential consequences for the daughter cells?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of the centrosome in organizing microtubules and its impact on chromosomal integrity.
Compare and contrast the centrosome's function in animal cells with that of the mitotic spindle in plant cells. Discuss the mechanisms that ensure successful cell division in both.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how each type of cell maintains its structural integrity and division despite having different components.
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