This easy crossword puzzle helps kids in grades 3-5 learn about protein synthesis and DNA basics with common words and simple clues.
Mitosis and Meiosis Crossword Puzzle for Kids is a medium crossword puzzle with 14 clues covering . Play it online for free below, or create your own crossword with our free crossword maker.
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Mitosis and Meiosis Crossword Puzzle for Kids
Explore the stages and key terms of cell division in this medium-difficulty mitosis and meiosis crossword puzzle designed for kids ages 8 to 12.
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- 1. One half of a duplicated chromosome
- 2. Pair of chromosomes that carry the same genes
- 3. Basic unit of life in all living things
- 5. Structure that holds DNA in a cell
- 6. Cell phase where DNA is copied before division
- 10. A cell with half the usual number of chromosomes
- 13. Cell division that produces four sex cells, each with half the chromosomes
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- 4. Final step when the cell really splits into two cells
- 7. First stage of mitosis when chromosomes become visible
- 8. Cell part that controls cell activities and holds chromosomes
- 9. Stage where sister chromatids are pulled apart
- 11. Fibers that help pull chromosomes apart during cell division
- 12. Process where one cell divides into two identical cells
- 14. A cell with two sets of chromosomes
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