- Root tips are chosen because they contain the meristematic zone, where cells actively divide via mitosis, making them ideal for studying cell division. Tree trunks consist mostly of non-dividing, differentiated cells.
- The stain binds to DNA and chromosomes, making them visible under a microscope by providing contrast against the cytoplasm and other cellular components.
- Top left image: Phase name: Interphase; Can chromosomes be seen? No
- Top right image: Phase name: Prophase; Can chromosomes be seen? Yes
- Middle left image: Phase name: Metaphase; Are chromosomes split? No
- Middle right image: Phase name: Anaphase; Are chromosomes split? Yes
- Bottom image: Phase name: Telophase; Are there new nuclei? Yes
- Data Table:
- Number of cells: Interphase: 20, Prophase: 8, Metaphase: 3, Anaphase: 3, Telophase: 2, Total: 36
- Percent of cells: Interphase: 55.6%, Prophase: 22.2%, Metaphase: 8.3%, Anaphase: 8.3%, Telophase: 5.6%, Total: 100%
- Since all cells were captured at the same moment, the number of cells observed in each phase reflects the relative duration of that phase. A higher count (like Interphase) indicates a longer duration, while a lower count (like Telophase) indicates a shorter duration.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of onion cell mitosis worksheet answers.
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