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A-LevelBiologyThe mitotic cell cycleOct/Nov 2024Paper 2 Q212 Marks

Stem cells are found throughout the human body. Lgr5+ stem cells are found in the lining of the small intestine. Fig. 2.1 is a flow chart showing stages in the development of one of the daughter cells produced by the mitotic division of an Lgr5+ stem cell. [Figure 2.1]

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This question tests The mitotic cell cycle in A-Level Biology (syllabus code 9700). It is worth 12 marks.

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This structured question tests The mitotic cell cycle in A-Level Biology (syllabus code 9700). It is worth 12 marks.

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This question appeared in the Cambridge A-Level Biology Oct/Nov 2024 examination, Paper 2 Variant 3.

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