Cell Cycle and Mitosis

Front

What is the purpose of DNA replication during interphase?

Back

To ensure that each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the cell’s DNA.

Front

What phase of mitosis is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equatorial plane?

Back

Metaphase.

Front

If a daughter cell has 50 chromosomes after mitosis, how many chromosomes were present in the parent cell?

Back

50 chromosomes.

Front

What is the term for the process that involves the division of the cytoplasm?

Back

Cytokinesis.

Front

What is the likely outcome if a cell undergoes mitosis without cytokinesis?

Back

The cell would have two nuclei.

Front

What are the main stages of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

Front

What occurs during the G1 phase of interphase?

Back

Cell growth and preparation for DNA replication.

Front

What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

Front

What happens during anaphase of mitosis?

Back

Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

Front

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

Back

It is the phase where DNA is replicated.