PHS Mitosis SOL Review Flashcard

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What is the first stage of mitosis?

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Prophase

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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Which stage of mitosis involves the chromosomes aligning at the cell's equator?

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Metaphase

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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What is the primary function of the mitotic spindle?

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Chromosome movement

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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During which stage of mitosis do the sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles?

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Anaphase

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DOK Level 1: Recall

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What is the role of cyclins in the regulation of the cell cycle?

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They promote cell division

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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How does mitosis differ from meiosis in terms of genetic diversity?

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Mitosis results in genetically identical cells, while meiosis results in genetically diverse cells.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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How does the mitotic spindle contribute to chromosome segregation accuracy?

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It ensures chromosomes attach at the correct location on the spindle.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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What mechanism ensures that each new cell receives an exact copy of the chromosomes during mitosis? Options: Cytokinesis, Chromosomal segregation, DNA replication, Nuclear envelope breakdown

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Chromosomal segregation

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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Describe the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle regulation.

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They ensure that each stage of the cell cycle is completed accurately before the next stage begins.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

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How does the cell ensure that mitosis and cytokinesis occur in the correct sequence?

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By the sequential activation and deactivation of cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking