| A | B |
|---|
| mitosis | division or splitting of one cell into two cells |
| parent cell | the original cell in mitosis |
| daughter cells | two cells produced in mitosis |
| Purpose of mitosis | 1. help organisms grow larger 2. helps replace dead cells 3. form of reproduction for unicellular organisms |
| DNA | genetic material found in the nucleus; acts like blueprints for cells |
| chromosomes | wound up DNA; found in pairs in body cells |
| asexual reproduction | one parent |
| sexual reproduction | two parents |
