Describes how one cell becomes many by asexual or sexual reproduction and how they differentiate into cells with widely diverse functions in the growth and development of multicellular organisms.
[Lesson one] Provides general information about the three types of cell division: mitosis, meiosis, and binary fission. [Lesson two] Covers events that occur in each stage of the cellular life cycle and the relationship of these events to mitosis. [Lesson three] Details the four phases of mitosis and cytokinesis using live action footage that shows an actual cell dividing.
understanding how cell functions, growth, and division are regulated
Sakany, Lois
2005
An introduction to the biology of individual cells, describing the different parts of plant and animal cells and their function. Also describes cell reproduction.
Presents an introduction to cell division and genetics, looking at what happens when cells divide, and discussing the connection between chromosomes, genes and DNA. Includes color illustrations and a glossary.