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Growth and Development of Organisms

NGSS HS-LS1-4: Use a model to illustrate the role of cellular division (mitosis) and differentiation in producing and maintaining complex organisms.

Development Stage

Advance the organism's development to observe mitosis and cellular differentiation.

Organism Stats

Total Cells: 1
Process: Fertilization
Genetic Info: Identical

Cellular Model

Zygote
Stem Cell (Totipotent)

Scientific Context

Key NGSS Concepts:

  • Mitosis: Individual cells grow and divide, passing identical genetic material (DNA) to both daughter cells.
  • Differentiation: Cells specialize to form tissues and organs that work together to meet the needs of the whole organism.
  • Complexity: The organism begins as a single cell and produces a complex system through these two processes.