Cell Cycle

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases of the cell cycle are Interphase, Mitosis (which includes Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase), and Cytokinesis.

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What occurs during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, replicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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The purpose of mitosis is to divide the cell's nucleus and its contents, resulting in two identical daughter cells.

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What happens during Telophase?

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During Telophase, the chromosomes reach the opposite poles of the cell, begin to de-condense, and the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes.

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What is the role of spindles during mitosis?

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Spindles are structures that help separate the chromosomes during mitosis by attaching to the centromeres and pulling them apart.

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What is the significance of DNA replication in the cell cycle?

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DNA replication is crucial because it ensures that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart by the spindle fibers and move toward opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the order of events in the cell cycle?

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The order of events in the cell cycle is: Interphase (cell grows, DNA replicates, prepares for mitosis), Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase), and Cytokinesis.

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What is the difference between Mitosis and Meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while Meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.