DNA, The Cell Cycle, Specializtion & Cancer Review

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What happens during the S-phase of the cell cycle?

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DNA is replicated.

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The life of a cell is called ____________.

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the cell cycle.

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Which is the LONGEST phase of the cell cycle?

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Interphase.

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What are the three phases of the cell cycle?

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interphase, mitosis, cytokinesis.

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What type of cells are created during mitosis?

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somatic cells.

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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To produce two identical daughter cells for growth and repair.

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What is interphase?

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The phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and DNA is replicated.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The process where the cytoplasm of a parent cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase.

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What is cancer in terms of cell division?

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Uncontrolled cell division that leads to the formation of tumors.