The following points highlight the two main types of cell. The types are: 1. Eukaryotic Cell 2. Prokaryotic Cell. Type # 1. Eukaryotic Cell: In addition to the nucleus, the cytoplasm of the cell usually contains a number of distinct bodies or structures that presumably carry out one or more rather specific functions. For purposes of discussion, the components of [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between mitosis and meiosis of cell division. Difference # Mitosis: 1. It occurs continuously in the body or somatic cells. 2. Its main purpose is the growth in the body. 3. The whole process completes in one sequence or phase. Prophase: 4. It completes in a short period, and not divided [...]
In this article we will discuss about some cytological slides and specimen. 1. B-Chromosome or Supernumerary Chromosome: i. The nuclei of some animals or plants contain one or more chromosomes in addition to normal chromosomes. These additional chromosomes are called B-chromosomes or supernumerary chromosomes. ii. First described by Wilson in 1905 in Metapodius, an insect, these chromosomes have now been [...]