A-LevelBiologyThe mitotic cell cycle9700/12 · May/June 2013 · Q211 Mark

Which features of mitosis ensure that the genetic constitution of the cell is maintained? 1 the position of the chromosomes on the equator of the spindle 2 the longitudinal division of the centromeres 3 the DNA of the parent cells replicates before mitosis begins 4 the pulling apart of the chromatids to opposite poles

A1, 2 and 3 only

B1, 2 and 4 only

C2, 3 and 4 only

D1, 2, 3 and 4

✓ Correct answer

C: 2, 3 and 4 only

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Topic: The mitotic cell cycle, A-Level Biology (syllabus 9700). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Biology, May/June 2013 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 21.

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