What is the Difference Between Mitosis and Meiosis?
What is Cell Cycle? What are the Different Phases of a Cell Cycle?
Complete lifecycle of a cell is called the cell cycle. In other words, it is an orderly series of changes that occurs in a cell by which the cell duplicates its genetic material along with that it duplicates other content; finally, it divides and results in the formation of two daughter cells. An interphase occurs between two phases. During interphase, a cell grows in size and prepares itself for the next division. Interphase is also the most active phase of a cell cycle. During this phase, the metabolism activity of cell increases and a series of changes occur during the same phase. However, these changes are not visible under the microscope. That is why some scientists have termed interphase as a Resting Phase. Howard and Pelc -- two scientists have classified interphase into three sub-stages:
The time taken by the cell to divide is known as generation time. For yeast, generation time is about 90 minutes.
(I) G1 Phase / Pre-DNA synthesis phase / Post-mitotic phase:
-- Maximum growth of the cell along with an increase in the size of the nucleus is seen.
-- It is the longest duration of the Interphase
-- During this phase, there is synthesis of nucleotides / amino acids / energy-rich molecules (ATP)
-- Polymerisation of nucleotide results in RNA synthesis.
-- RNA polymerase becomes active along with the enzymes for DNA synthesis.an
-- Synthesis of amino acids, which are involved in histone protein synthesis.
(II) S-Phase (DNA Synthesis Phase):
-- DNA duplication / replication takes place.
-- Chromosome consists of two chromatids
-- Centriole duplication occurs in the cytoplasm
-- Amino acids polymerize and form histone proteins
-- Assembly of kinetochore subunits
-- The duplicated chromosomes will not appear during this phase and that's why this phase is known as INVISIBLE PHASE
G2-Phase / Post-DNA synthesis phase / Pre-mitosis phase
-- Known as the second growth phase.
-- Cell size increases
-- Nucleus size increase
-- RNA synthesis takes place
-- Protein synthesis takes place
-- Duplication of most of the cell organelles (along with the division of mitochondria and division of plastids)
-- Biochemicals are formed for the synthesis of spindle fibres.
-- Tubulin protein synthesis takes place.
-- It is also signified by the synthesis of some protein kinases for the regulation of cell division
The time taken by the cell to divide is known as generation time. For yeast, generation time is about 90 minutes.
(I) G1 Phase / Pre-DNA synthesis phase / Post-mitotic phase:
-- Maximum growth of the cell along with an increase in the size of the nucleus is seen.
-- It is the longest duration of the Interphase
-- During this phase, there is synthesis of nucleotides / amino acids / energy-rich molecules (ATP)
-- Polymerisation of nucleotide results in RNA synthesis.
-- RNA polymerase becomes active along with the enzymes for DNA synthesis.an
-- Synthesis of amino acids, which are involved in histone protein synthesis.
(II) S-Phase (DNA Synthesis Phase):
-- DNA duplication / replication takes place.
-- Chromosome consists of two chromatids
-- Centriole duplication occurs in the cytoplasm
-- Amino acids polymerize and form histone proteins
-- Assembly of kinetochore subunits
-- The duplicated chromosomes will not appear during this phase and that's why this phase is known as INVISIBLE PHASE
G2-Phase / Post-DNA synthesis phase / Pre-mitosis phase
-- Known as the second growth phase.
-- Cell size increases
-- Nucleus size increase
-- RNA synthesis takes place
-- Protein synthesis takes place
-- Duplication of most of the cell organelles (along with the division of mitochondria and division of plastids)
-- Biochemicals are formed for the synthesis of spindle fibres.
-- Tubulin protein synthesis takes place.
-- It is also signified by the synthesis of some protein kinases for the regulation of cell division
Where to Take Admission for MBBS Course?
Students preparing for medical entrance tests must be thinking about where to take admission for MBBS course. Well, it's a very genuine question that would strike in every student's mind. I think every student must be aware of two medical entrance tests: the first one is AIPMT (All India Pre-medical Test), which is conducted by CBSE and the other one is AIIMS (All India Institute of Medical Sciences). However, there are other prestigious institutions where students can get admission through an all India entrance test. For instance, JIPMER, MGIMS-Wardha, Manipal-MAHE, COMED-K, AMU and AFMC, to name only a few. These institutions are known for their quality of education and placement.
Getting admission to these prestigious institutions is definitely a tough task, but not an impossible task for sure. It is, therefore, important to work hard in the right direction and pass the test for a better future. AIMPTBIO is always there to help aspiring students in the best possible manner.
List of Private Medical Colleges in India
Dear Students, in the last post, I had mentioned the list of government medical colleges where students can take admission to MBBS first year through an All India Pre-Medical Test. Besides, there are many private medical colleges in India where students can either take admission directly or through an entrance test. Since the list of private medical colleges in India is very large, I have considered only three states (Andhra Pradesh. Bihar, New Delhi)in this post. However, I will add the next three states in my next post.
ANDHRA PRADESH
1. Alluri Sitaram Raju Academy of Medical Sciences, Eluru (Annual intake: 100)
2. Bhaskar Medical College, Yenkapally (Annual intake: 150)
3. Chalmeda Anand Rao Institute Of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar (Annual intake: 150)
4. Deccan College of Medical Sciences, Hyderabad (Annual intake: 150)
5. Dr. P.S.I. Medical College , Chinoutpalli (Annual intake: 150)
6. Dr. VRK Womens Medical College, Aziznagar (Annual intake: 100)
7. Fathima Instt. of Medical Sciences,Kadapa (Annual intake: 100)
8. Great Eastern Medical School and Hospital,Srikakulam (Annual income: --)
9. GSL Medical College, Rajahmundry (Annual intake: 150)
10. Kamineni Institute of Medical Sciences, Narketpally (Annual intake: 150)
11. Katuri Medical College, Guntur (Annual intake: 150)
12. Konaseema Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Foundation, (Annual intake: 150)
Amalapuram
13. Maharajah Institute of Medical Sciences, Vizianagaram (Annual intake: 100)
14. Mamata Medical College, Khammam (Annual intake: 150)
15. Medicity Institute Of Medical Sciences, Ghanpur (Annual intake: 100)
16. MNR Medical College, Sangareddy (Annual intake: 100)
17. Narayana Medical College, Nellore (Annual intake: 100)
18. NRI Medical College, Guntur (Annual intake: 150)
19. P E S Institute Of Medical Sciences and Research, Kuppam (Annual intake: 150)
20. Prathima Institute Of Medical Sciences, Karimnagar (Annual intake: 150)
21. S V S Medical College, Mehboobnagar (Annual intake: 100)
22. Santhiram Medical College, Nandyal (Annual intake: 100)
23. Shadan Institute of Medical Sciences,
Research Centre and Teaching Hospital, Peerancheru (Annual intake: 150)
BIHAR
1. Katihar Medical College, Katihar (Annual intake: 060)
2. Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College, Kishanganj (Annual intake: 060)
3. Narayan Medical College & Hospital, Sasaram (Annual intake: ---)
DELHI
1. Army College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi (Annual intake: 100)
List of Medical Entrance Exams in India
Dear Students, if you’re reading this post, then you must be aspiring to become a doctor. Well, it is very important to gather information regarding the number of medical entrance exams in India. My aim is to give you the right information regarding the different medical entrance tests that are being conducted on All India basis. In this post, I’m considering government colleges only; however, there are several private medical colleges where students can take admission. In the next post, I’ll surely cover private medical colleges in India.
National Level Medical Entrance Exams
EXAMS INFORMATION
AIPMT -- CBSE (Link: http://aipmt.nic.in)
AIIMS (Link: http://www.aiimsexams.org/)
JIPMER -- Pondicherry (Link: http://www.jipmer.edu.in)
MGIMS -- Wardha (Link: http://www.mgims.ac.in/)
MANIPAL -- CET (Link: http://www.manipal.edu)
CMC -- Ludhiana (Link: http://cmcludhiana.in/)
IPU-CET-- Delhi (Link: http://ipu.ac.in)
AMU--CET-- Aligarh (Link: http://www.amu.ac.in/)
COMEDK -- Karnataka (Link: https://www.comedk.org)
State-level Medical Entrance Exams:
Assam -- CEE (Link: www.ceemedu.org/)
Bihar -- CECE (Link: http://bceceboard.com/)
EAMCET -- A.P (Link: http://www.apeamcet.org)
Goa--CET (Link: www.dtegoa.gov.in)
Gujarat -- CET (Link: http://www.gseb.org)
JK--CET (Link: http://jkgov.com/)
KEA--CET-- Karnataka (Link: http://kea.kar.nic.in)
KEAM -- CEE -- Kerala (Link: www.cee.kerala.gov.in)
MH--CET -- Maharashtra (Link: www.dmer.org/)
UP -- CPMT (Link: http://www.updgme.in/ http://upcpmt.in)
WB--JEE (Link: http://www.wbjeeb.nic.in)
U--PMT -- Uttarakhand (Link: http://hnbumu.ac.in/index.html)
Chhattisgarh -- PMT (Link: http://www.cgdteraipur.ac.in/)
Jharkhand -- CECE (Link: http://jceceboard.org)
National Level Medical Entrance Exams
EXAMS INFORMATION
AIPMT -- CBSE (Link: http://aipmt.nic.in)
AIIMS (Link: http://www.aiimsexams.org/)
JIPMER -- Pondicherry (Link: http://www.jipmer.edu.in)
MGIMS -- Wardha (Link: http://www.mgims.ac.in/)
MANIPAL -- CET (Link: http://www.manipal.edu)
CMC -- Ludhiana (Link: http://cmcludhiana.in/)
IPU-CET-- Delhi (Link: http://ipu.ac.in)
AMU--CET-- Aligarh (Link: http://www.amu.ac.in/)
COMEDK -- Karnataka (Link: https://www.comedk.org)
State-level Medical Entrance Exams:
Assam -- CEE (Link: www.ceemedu.org/)
Bihar -- CECE (Link: http://bceceboard.com/)
EAMCET -- A.P (Link: http://www.apeamcet.org)
Goa--CET (Link: www.dtegoa.gov.in)
Gujarat -- CET (Link: http://www.gseb.org)
JK--CET (Link: http://jkgov.com/)
KEA--CET-- Karnataka (Link: http://kea.kar.nic.in)
KEAM -- CEE -- Kerala (Link: www.cee.kerala.gov.in)
MH--CET -- Maharashtra (Link: www.dmer.org/)
UP -- CPMT (Link: http://www.updgme.in/ http://upcpmt.in)
WB--JEE (Link: http://www.wbjeeb.nic.in)
U--PMT -- Uttarakhand (Link: http://hnbumu.ac.in/index.html)
Chhattisgarh -- PMT (Link: http://www.cgdteraipur.ac.in/)
Jharkhand -- CECE (Link: http://jceceboard.org)
Which Stage of Meiosis I is called Bouquet Stage?
Leptotene is the first stage of Prophase I of meiosis I. It is called Bouquet Stage because of the following reasons:
During Leptotene, chromatin condenses to form chromosomes
Each chromosome has two chromatids and they are not distinct
The telomeric ends of chromosomes converge towards one side of the nuclear membrane giving an appearance of a horse-shoe shaped structure.
During Leptotene, chromatin condenses to form chromosomes
Each chromosome has two chromatids and they are not distinct
The telomeric ends of chromosomes converge towards one side of the nuclear membrane giving an appearance of a horse-shoe shaped structure.
Best Ways to Face Medical Entrance Exams
Hello Students,
hope you must be preparing hard for the medical entrance tests. AIPMT and AIIMS
test dates have already been declared; and this obviously means that you’ve a
very limited time frame to revise the syllabus and prepare yourself for the
final day of the test. It is important for you to get disciplined, motivated
and organized in order to achieve realistic goals. Besides, a good planning is
essential, which must include a balanced routine and effective time management.
Your routine must include activities like sleeping, studying and relaxing at
intervals. There are a few basic things that you need to consider while
preparing for the medical entrance exams.
Do’s
·
Make a timetable and adhere to
it
·
Read NCERT Books everyday,
especially in Biology subject
·
Learn the concept rather than
mugging up
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Revise chapters for at least
three times
·
Take short breaks and revise
effectively
·
Solve previous year question
papers
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Use a stopwatch to check the
speed with which you solve the questions
·
Practice, practice and
practice
·
Listen to toppers on YouTube
to get motivated
·
Stay positive and confident
Don’ts
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Do not buy unnecessary books
·
Do not hesitate to ask your
friends or mentors to understand a concept
·
Do not try to cover the entire
syllabus at a time
·
Do not take stress about too
many things at a time
·
Do not neglect or skip
chapters that you already know
Your aim is to
succeed in the entrance tests and this could only be possible if you don’t get
too much anxious about the exams. The possibility of success or failure depends
on how you prepare yourself for the test. Practice as many questions as you
can; if you mark incorrect to some questions, solve them again at certain
intervals.
Besides hard
work, you also need to maintain your physical and mental wellness. It, is,
therefore, important to follow a light, balanced diet to remain active, always.
Say no to junk food as it may cause health problems. A minimum 8 hours of sleep
is essential; and follow the golden rule, ‘’early to bed and early to rise,
makes a man, healthy, wealthy and wise.’’ Best of Luck to all.