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Mitosis Webquest Template

Name _____________________

Mitosis Webquest

Task

Go to the web sites listed to learn about mitosis. Complete the activities or

questions that go with each site. You are going to complete several

activities.

Through these activities, you will learn what happens in cell division.

PART A: Cell Growth and Mitosis

Please go to the following webpage:

1. What is the role of the cell membrane in cell division?

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2. What is the role of the nucleus in cell division?

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3. What is the role of the centrioles in cell division?

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4. What is the role of the microtubules in cell division?

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Click on the tab, “Why Must Cells Divide?”

5. Why are cells limited in size?

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6. Click on the animation. A cell with 2cm sides has what surface area?_________

What volume? ______________

7. What would be the surface to volume ratio?

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8. A cell with a large volume will have a more difficult time doing what?

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Click on the tab, “The Functions of Mitosis”

9. What are the 2 major functions of mitosis?

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Click on the tab, “Built-in Controls in Mitosis”

11. What are the 2 ways that cells “know” to stop dividing?

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12. ________________________________________________

Mitosis Webquest Template