Cell Cycle

Front

What part of the cell cycle is characterized by the division of the cytoplasm?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

List the stages of mitosis in the correct order.

Back

Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase

Front

What do we call a tumor that is non-cancerous?

Back

Benign

Front

As a cell grows, what happens to the surface area to volume ratio?

Back

It decreases.

Front

What is metastasis?

Back

The spread of cancer from one part of the body to another.

Front

What is the first stage of mitosis?

Back

Prophase

Front

What is the role of an oncogene?

Back

It can promote cancerous growth.

Front

What is the difference between malignant and benign tumors?

Back

Malignant tumors are cancerous and can spread, while benign tumors are non-cancerous and do not spread.

Front

What happens during anaphase?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of the cell cycle?

Back

To regulate cell growth, replication, and division.