Mitosis and Cell Cycle

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What must happen to DNA before a cell can divide?

Back

It is replicated.

Front

If a fruit fly has 8 chromosomes, how many chromosomes will each daughter cell have after mitosis?

Back

8 chromosomes.

Front

What is the term for the series of events that a cell goes through as it grows and divides?

Back

Cell Cycle

Front

What is the correct order of the stages of the cell cycle? G1, S, G2, M?

Back

G1, S, G2, M.

Front

What is the first phase of the cell cycle?

Back

G1 phase.

Front

During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA synthesis occur?

Back

S phase.

Front

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

Back

M phase is where mitosis and cytokinesis occur.

Front

What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The cell prepares for mitosis, checking for DNA damage and ensuring all DNA is replicated.

Front

What is the significance of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

Back

Checkpoints ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase, preventing errors.