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CSEC Human and Social Biology · January 2008 · Paper 2 · Question 7(a)(iii)

Cell division and genetics.

Define the term 'genetic inheritance'.

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  1. 7(a)(i)Define the term 'mitosis'.[1 mark]
  2. 7(a)(ii)Define the term 'meiosis'.[1 mark]
  3. 7(b)Complete the sequence of mitotic stages shown in Figure 3 by writing the correct letters in order starting from D.[2 marks]
  4. 7(c)(i)Give TWO reasons why mitotic cell division is important in living organisms.[2 marks]
  5. 7(c)(ii)State TWO occurrences of mitosis within the human body.[2 marks]
  6. 7(c)(iii)Suggest ONE application of mitosis in medical science.[1 mark]

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