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BIO 101 BIO 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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Division of the cytoplasm is called
Options
A cytoplasis
B cytokinesis
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C karyokinesis
D cytogenesis
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Cytokinesis is the process of cell division where the cytoplasm of a single eukaryotic cell divides into two daughter cells. It usually occurs after karyokinesis (nuclear division).

Hint

'Kinesis' means division. What is the term for division of the 'cyto' (cell/cytoplasm)?

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