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Normal cell division

In this video, watch as we explain about the processes of mitosis and meiosis.

In this step, we learn about the processes of normal cell division – mitosis and meiosis.

Talking point

Which do you think are the fastest and which are the slowest dividing cells in the body? What do you think would be the advantages and disadvantages of being a fast or slow dividing cell? Please share your thoughts with your fellow learners.

Embedding your learning

We have also included some helpful mitosis & meiosis diagrams, created by Health Education England, in the downloads section below.

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