Cell Division

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What is the total number of chromosomes in human body cells?

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46

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What stage of cell division is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equatorial plane?

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Metaphase

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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During which stage of cell division do sister chromatids separate and move towards opposite poles?

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Anaphase

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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What is the phase of mitosis where the nuclear envelope begins to reform?

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Telophase

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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

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Cytokinesis

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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What is the term for the genetic material that condenses to form chromosomes during cell division?

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Chromatin

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the sister chromatids and pull them to opposite poles.

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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What phase of the cell cycle precedes mitosis?

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Interphase

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NGSS.HS-LS1-4

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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 G1 phase in the cell cycle?

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It is the phase where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.