Table of contents

1. Overview of Cell Biology2h 49m
2. Chemical Components of Cells1h 14m
3. Energy1h 33m
4. DNA, Chromosomes, and Genomes2h 31m
5. DNA to RNA to Protein2h 31m
6. Proteins1h 36m
7. Gene Expression1h 42m
8. Membrane Structure1h 4m
- The Lipid Bilayer
  38m
- Membrane Proteins
  25m
9. Transport Across Membranes1h 52m
10. Anerobic Respiration1h 5m
11. Aerobic Respiration1h 11m
12. Photosynthesis52m
13. Intracellular Protein Transport2h 18m
14. Cell Signaling1h 28m
15. Cytoskeleton and Cell Movement1h 39m
16. Cell Division3h 5m
17. Meiosis and Sexual Reproduction50m
18. Cell Junctions and Tissues48m
19. Stem Cells13m
- Stem Cells
  13m
20. Cancer44m
21. The Immune System1h 6m
22. Techniques in Cell Biology1h 41m

16. Cell Division

Mitosis

Cell Biology

16. Cell Division

Mitosis

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Multiple Choice

The major structural difference between chromatin and chromosomes is that the latter are:

found only in prokaryotic cells

located outside the nucleus

more condensed and visible during cell division

composed of RNA instead of DNA

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Understand the basic structure of chromatin: Chromatin is a complex of DNA and proteins (mainly histones) found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells. It exists in a less condensed form during interphase, allowing access to the genetic material for processes like transcription and replication.

Learn about chromosomes: Chromosomes are highly condensed and organized structures of chromatin that form during cell division (mitosis or meiosis). This condensation ensures the accurate segregation of genetic material into daughter cells.

Compare chromatin and chromosomes: Chromatin is less condensed and exists throughout the cell cycle, except during cell division. Chromosomes, on the other hand, are the condensed form of chromatin, making them more visible under a microscope during cell division.

Clarify the incorrect options: Chromosomes are not found only in prokaryotic cells (prokaryotes lack a nucleus and have a single circular DNA molecule). They are also not located outside the nucleus in eukaryotic cells, nor are they composed of RNA instead of DNA.

Conclude the major structural difference: The correct answer is that chromosomes are more condensed and visible during cell division, which distinguishes them from chromatin.