Cell Division

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What phase in the cell cycle is characterized by the division of the nucleus?

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M phase (Mitosis phase)

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What type of organisms does cancer primarily affect?

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Multicellular organisms

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What are the masses of cells formed by cancer cells called?

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Tumors

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What are the two main stages of cell division?

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Mitosis and cytokinesis

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What is the process called when a cell divides into two daughter cells?

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Mitosis (cell division)

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What is the role of cytokinesis in cell division?

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Cytokinesis is the process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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

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The M phase is crucial for growth, development, and tissue repair as it allows for the replication and distribution of genetic material.

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What can uncontrolled cell division lead to?

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Uncontrolled cell division can lead to cancer.

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What is the function of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints help ensure that the cell cycle progresses correctly and that any DNA damage is repaired before division.