Onion root tipYou: I think that the best option is the onion root tip cells. Prof. Collins: I agree! Onion root tips are ideal for observing mitosis due to their high concentration of actively dividing cells in the root meristem. The root meristem contains a region called the apical meristem, where rapid cell division occurs to facilitate root growth. This region is rich in cells undergoing mitosis and provides a consistent and easily accessible source for observing the various stages of mitosis. You: Plus, they are cheap and so easy to get a hold of! Prof. Collins: Yes, that actually makes them a practical choice for laboratory experiments. In preparation for slide observation identify the stages of mitosis and the order in which they occur. |
Map: CELL DIVISION_3 (956)
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