cell cycle review

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What is the structure of DNA commonly described as?

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A double helix.

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What are the two main phases of the cell cycle?

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Interphase and Mitosis.

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What is interphase?

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The phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.

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What is mitosis?

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The process of cell division that results in two daughter cells with identical genetic material.

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What structures are found in plant cells but not in animal cells?

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Chloroplasts and cell walls.

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Why is it important to repair DNA damage before mitosis?

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To ensure that each daughter cell is healthy and can continue to grow.

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What is the role of mitosis in bioengineering skin tissue?

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Mitosis allows living cells to grow and develop into tissue for treatment.

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What is the significance of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

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It is the first gap phase where the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

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What happens during the S phase of interphase?

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DNA is replicated, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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To monitor and regulate the progression of the cell cycle, ensuring proper division.