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 (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (M phase).

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What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA is replicated, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is the purpose of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?

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The G2 phase is for further growth and preparation for mitosis, including the synthesis of proteins and organelles.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What are the stages of mitosis?

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The stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints are regulatory mechanisms that ensure the cell cycle progresses correctly and prevents errors.

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What is the significance of the M phase in the cell cycle?

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The M phase is significant because it is when the cell divides its copied DNA and cytoplasm to form two new cells.

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What is the difference between cytokinesis and mitosis?

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Mitosis is the division of the nucleus, while cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm.

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What is the role of cyclins in the cell cycle?

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Cyclins are proteins that regulate the progression of the cell cycle by activating cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs).