When studying cell division in tissue samples, scientists often calculate a mitotic index, which is the ratio

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When studying cell division in tissue samples, scientists often calculate a mitotic index, which is the ratio of dividing cells to the total number of cells in the sample. Scientists often calculate the mitotic index to compare the growth rates of different types of tissue. Which type of tissue would have a higher mitotic index, normal tissue or cancerous tissue? Explain.

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Essentials of Biology

ISBN: 978-0077540111

3rd edition

Authors: Sylvia Mader, Michael Windelspecht

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