Cell Cycle

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through from its formation to its division into two daughter cells. It includes interphase and the mitotic phase.

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What are the three main phases of the cell cycle?

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The three main phases of the cell cycle are Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

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During which phase of the cell cycle does the cell spend the most time?

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Interphase.

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What occurs during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division where one cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells.

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What are the stages of mitosis?

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The stages of mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What happens during Prophase?

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

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What happens 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 happens during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, 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, the chromosomes de-condense, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and the cell prepares to divide.