Chapter 11 Cell growth and division

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where the chromosomes are separated and pulled to opposite sides of the cell?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the final phase of mitosis where the cell divides into two daughter cells?

Back

Telophase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and prepares for DNA synthesis?

Back

G1 phase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where DNA is replicated?

Back

S phase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle that follows DNA synthesis?

Back

G2 phase

Front

What is the process called when the cytoplasm divides to form two separate cells?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

What structure holds sister chromatids together?

Back

Centromere

Front

What are the two main stages of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase and Mitotic phase (M phase)

Front

Which phase of the cell cycle is not part of interphase?

Back

M phase

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.