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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Introduction to Cell Division

Anatomy & Physiology

3. Energy & Cell Processes

Introduction to Cell Division

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Where do kinetochores attach to chromosomes during cell division?

At the nucleolus

At the chromatid arms

At the centromere

At the telomere

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Understand the structure of a chromosome: Chromosomes consist of two sister chromatids joined together at a region called the centromere.

Learn about the role of kinetochores: Kinetochores are protein complexes that assemble on the centromere of each chromatid during cell division.

Explore the function of kinetochores: They serve as attachment points for spindle fibers, which are crucial for the movement of chromosomes during mitosis and meiosis.

Identify the location of kinetochores: Kinetochores specifically attach to the centromere, not to other parts of the chromosome such as the nucleolus, chromatid arms, or telomeres.

Review the process of cell division: During metaphase, kinetochores help align chromosomes at the cell's equatorial plane, ensuring accurate segregation of chromatids into daughter cells.