High School Resource

How Cells Divide

This website compares and contrasts the phases of mitosis and meiosis using an interactive simulation. Students can see the processes side by side so they have a visual comparison of the two processes. Students can also read about other ways that couples are having babies in today’s society.

Related NY State Academic Standards: S.MS.LS.3.2, MST4.I.LE.2.1, MST4.C.LE.LE.2.1, and MST4.C.LE.LE.4.1!

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