A eukaryotic cell in a human body has just reproduced assexually. Which of the following has mostl likely just occurred?
A. Metastasis
B. Fertilization
C. Mitosis
D. Meiosis
Student Answer: B
Answer: Incorrect
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18. In which phase of the cell cycle are the chromosomes split?
A. Anaphase
B. Telophase
C. Prophase
D. Metaphase
Student Answer: D
Answer: Incorrect
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19. While being examined, a patient is found to have problems moving the thumb. Which type of joint is being affected?
A. Pivot
B. Saddle
C. Gliding
D. Hinge
To determine the correct answer to the question, we need to understand the processes involved in each option and identify which one aligns with the given scenario.
Option A: Metastasis refers to the spread of cancer cells from one part of the body to another. It does not involve the reproduction of eukaryotic cells.
Option B: Fertilization is the process by which a sperm cell and an egg cell fuse to form a zygote. It does not involve the asexual reproduction of eukaryotic cells.
Option C: Mitosis is the process by which a eukaryotic cell replicates its DNA and divides into two identical daughter cells. This process aligns with the given scenario of a eukaryotic cell reproducing asexually.
Option D: Meiosis is the process by which cells involved in sexual reproduction (such as sperm and egg cells) divide to produce haploid daughter cells. It does not involve the asexual reproduction of eukaryotic cells.
Given this information, the most likely process that has just occurred is option C: Mitosis.