Biology HL
Biology HL
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Theme A - Unity & diversity
Theme A - Unity & diversity
Theme B - Form & Function
Theme B - Form & Function
Theme C - Interaction &  Interdependence
Theme C - Interaction & Interdependence
Theme D - Continuity & Change
Theme D - Continuity & Change
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Theme D - Continuity & Change
Biology HL
Biology HL

Theme D - Continuity & Change

Unlock the Secrets of Mitosis Phases!

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Alright future Biologists, grab your dancing shoes because cells have a choreographed dance that they perform. It's called mitosis! If you thought the "Macarena" or the "Moonwalk" was intricate, just wait until you see how our cells break it down! 🕺

Prophase (The Warm-Up Act) 🌪

  • Meaning: Pro = before.
  • What's happening? The chromosomes (think of them as the main dancers) start getting all dressed up and condensed. It's like seeing dancers do their stretches and warm-ups!
  • Real-World Example: Imagine you're preparing spaghetti. Before you eat, you need to take it out of the package. The long, stringy noodles? Those are like our chromosomes condensing and getting ready for action!

Metaphase (Showtime in the Center Stage!) 🌌

  • Meaning: Meta = after.
  • What's going down? The chromosomes, all dressed up, line up in the center, ready to be in the spotlight! They’re released from their backstage area, the nucleus.
  • Real-World Example: Ever seen a fashion show? The models (chromosomes) strut down the runway (center of the cell) showing off their outfits. This is their moment to shine!

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Theme D - Continuity & Change
Biology HL
Biology HL

Theme D - Continuity & Change

Unlock the Secrets of Mitosis Phases!

Word Count Emoji
420 words
Reading Time Emoji
3 mins read
Updated at Emoji
Last edited on 14th Jun 2024

Table of content

Alright future Biologists, grab your dancing shoes because cells have a choreographed dance that they perform. It's called mitosis! If you thought the "Macarena" or the "Moonwalk" was intricate, just wait until you see how our cells break it down! 🕺

Prophase (The Warm-Up Act) 🌪

  • Meaning: Pro = before.
  • What's happening? The chromosomes (think of them as the main dancers) start getting all dressed up and condensed. It's like seeing dancers do their stretches and warm-ups!
  • Real-World Example: Imagine you're preparing spaghetti. Before you eat, you need to take it out of the package. The long, stringy noodles? Those are like our chromosomes condensing and getting ready for action!

Metaphase (Showtime in the Center Stage!) 🌌

  • Meaning: Meta = after.
  • What's going down? The chromosomes, all dressed up, line up in the center, ready to be in the spotlight! They’re released from their backstage area, the nucleus.
  • Real-World Example: Ever seen a fashion show? The models (chromosomes) strut down the runway (center of the cell) showing off their outfits. This is their moment to shine!

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