The Cell Cycle

The Cell Cycle

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Biology

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and replication. It consists of phases including interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens during prophase?

Back

During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is anaphase?

Back

Anaphase is the phase in mitosis where sister chromatids are pulled apart by spindle fibers to opposite sides of the cell.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are spindle fibers?

Back

Spindle fibers are structures that form during cell division to help separate chromosomes. They pull the chromosomes apart during anaphase.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is interphase?

Back

Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its time, preparing for division by growing and replicating its DNA.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Why do cells replicate?

Back

Cells replicate for growth, repair of damaged cells, and replacement of dying cells.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What occurs during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes line up at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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