AP Bio Cell Cycle Review

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is a series of phases that a cell goes through to grow and divide, including interphase (G1, S, G2) and the mitotic phase (M).

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What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows, synthesizes proteins, and prepares for DNA replication.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA is replicated, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is the G2 phase?

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The G2 phase is the final stage of interphase where the cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis.

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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 occurs 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 is metaphase?

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Metaphase is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane.

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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 is telophase?

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Telophase is the final stage of mitosis where chromosomes de-condense, the nuclear envelope re-forms, and the cell prepares to divide.