Mitosis & Cell Cycle

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What is the phase of the cell cycle where cell growth and DNA replication occur?

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Interphase

Front

What is the term for the repeated pattern of cell growth, DNA replication, and cell division in eukaryotic cells?

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Cell cycle

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What is the process called that refers to cell division?

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Mitosis

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

During which phase do chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

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Metaphase

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

Which phase of the cell cycle is NOT part of interphase?

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M

Front

What are the main stages of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What happens during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

Front

What is the significance of the G1 phase in interphase?

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It is the first gap phase where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.

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What occurs during the S phase of interphase?

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DNA synthesis or replication occurs, resulting in two sister chromatids for each chromosome.