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Lesson 2 of 84 · Heredity
ExperimentPlant Cells vs Animal Cells
What You'll Learn
Mitosis is cell division that produces two identical daughter cells. It is how organisms grow, repair damaged tissue, and replace old cells.
Key Words
- cell
- nucleus
- DNA
Materials Needed
- slides
- onion skin
- iodine stain
Safety First
- Dispose of materials properly after the experiment.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: Mitosis is cell division that produces two identical daughter cells. It is how organisms grow, repair damaged tissue, and replace old cells.
Step 2 — Do
Follow the procedure carefully, step by step.
Step 3 — Observe
Watch carefully for any changes and note the time.
Step 4 — Record
Create a data table to organize your measurements.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3Which structure is found in plant cells but not animal cells?