Unit 7: Cellular Reproduction: Mitosis
This unit discusses the process of cellular division known as mitosis. Mitosis happens in almost every cell of your body and is responsible for growth as well as the replacement of damaged cells. Serious consequences, such as cancer, can occur if this cell cycle is disrupted in some way. The topics you will study in this unit are essential in understanding basic principles about your health.
Completing this unit should take you approximately 6 hours.
- Upon successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
  
  differentiate DNA from RNA;
  
  recognize the phases of mitosis;
  
  describe the cell cycle;
  
  describe what occurs in each of the phases of mitosis; and
  
  explain the purpose of mitosis
- 7.1: The Basis of Molecular Biology
  - Modern Biology: "Basis of Molecular Biology" URL
    Read this section, which gives an overview of DNA and RNA and how these important nucleic acids are the foundation for life.
- 7.2: DNA and RNA
  - Modern Biology: "DNA and RNA" URL
    Read each of the sections in Module 9. These sections give an in-depth look at DNA and RNA. Note the differences between the structures of DNA and RNA. Be sure to also complete each of the activities that accompany these sections.
- 7.3: Cell Division
  - Concepts of Biology: "The Cell Cycle" URL
    Read this section to learn about the cell cycle and mitosis. Be sure to also complete the multiple choice and free response questions.
  - Khan Academy: "Mitosis" Page
    Watch this lecture for a tour of the process of mitosis.
  - Concepts of Biology: "Prokaryotic Cell Division" URL
    Prokaryotic cells typically reproduce by binary fission, which is much simpler than eukaryotic cell reproduction. Read this section and note the differences observed in prokaryotic cell reproduction. Be sure to also complete the multiple choice and free response questions.
- Unit 7 Assessment
  - Unit 7 Assessment Quiz
    Take this assessment to check your understanding of the materials presented in this unit.
    
    Notes:
    
    There is no minimum required score to pass this assessment, and your score on this assessment will not factor into your overall course grade.
    
    This assessment is designed to prepare you for the Final Exam that will determine your course grade. Upon submission of your assessment you will be provided with the correct answers and/or other feedback meant to help in your understanding of the topics being assessed.
    
    You may attempt this assessment as many times as needed, whenever you would like.

Unit 7: Cellular Reproduction: Mitosis