Cell Cycle

Front

What is the condensed form of DNA found during mitosis?

Back

Chromosome

Front

In which phase do cells spend the majority of their lives?

Back

Interphase

Front

What are the three parts of a nucleotide?

Back

1) Phosphate 2) Deoxyribose Sugar 3) Nitrogen Base

Front

Why must cells of organisms go through cell division?

Back

For growth, repair of damaged cells, and replacement of dying cells.

Front

What are undifferentiated cells that can become specialized after receiving a chemical signal?

Back

Stem cells.

Front

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

Back

Synthesis phase (S phase).

Front

What is the role of the centromere during cell division?

Back

It holds sister chromatids together and is the attachment point for spindle fibers.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

Back

Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

Front

What is the purpose of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

Back

Cell growth and preparation for DNA synthesis.

Front

What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis.