Cell Cycle

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What is the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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The G1 phase is the first stage of interphase where the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

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What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA replication occurs, resulting in the duplication of chromosomes.

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What is the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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The G2 phase is the second growth phase of interphase where the cell prepares for mitosis by producing proteins and organelles.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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What are the main stages of mitosis?

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The main stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What occurs during metaphase?

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

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What is anaphase?

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Anaphase is the stage of mitosis where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What happens during telophase?

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During telophase, chromosomes de-condense back into chromatin, the nuclear envelope re-forms, and the cell prepares to divide.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.