Cell Cycle & Disruptions/DNA replication/Scientist/

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What is the process of cytoplasm division called?

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Cytokinesis

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How many chromosomes are present in a typical human cell?

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46

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What phase of the cell cycle involves the condensation of chromatin into visible chromosomes?

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Prophase

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What are substances that can cause cancer called?

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Carcinogens

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True or False: After cytokinesis, a cell immediately starts mitosis again.

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False

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What is the name of the phase where the cell prepares for division by replicating its DNA?

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Interphase

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What is the term for the complete set of genetic material in an organism?

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Genome

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What is the role of mitosis in the cell cycle?

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To ensure equal distribution of duplicated chromosomes to daughter cells.

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What is the difference between benign and malignant tumors?

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Benign tumors do not invade surrounding tissues, while malignant tumors do.

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What is the significance of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase and that any DNA damage is repaired.