Cell Cycle and Mitosis

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where DNA is duplicated?

Back

The 'S' phase of the cell cycle.

Front

What is the longest stage of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its life?

Back

Interphase.

Front

In which phase of mitosis do sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles?

Back

Anaphase.

Front

What is the correct order of stages in mitosis?

Back

Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

Front

What happens during prophase in mitosis?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of metaphase in mitosis?

Back

Chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, preparing for separation.

Front

What is the significance of the 'S' phase in the cell cycle?

Back

It ensures that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Front

What occurs during telophase in mitosis?

Back

Chromosomes de-condense, and the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes.

Front

What is the function of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

They help separate the sister chromatids and pull them to opposite poles of the cell.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and cytokinesis?

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