Cell Cycle and Mitosis

Front

What is the series of events a cell goes through as it grows and divides?

Back

Cell Cycle

Front

During which phase of the cell cycle is DNA replicated?

Back

S phase

Front

What are the stages of the cell cycle in order?

Back

G1, S, G2, M

Front

What holds the replicated sister chromatids together?

Back

Centromere

Front

What are the stages of mitosis in order?

Back

Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for mitosis?

Back

G2 phase

Front

What is the first phase of mitosis?

Back

Prophase

Front

What occurs during metaphase?

Back

Chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plate.

Front

What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

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

Front

What happens during anaphase?

Back

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