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

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Interphase.

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How many phases does Mitosis have?

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Mitosis has 4 phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What happens during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows rapidly and carries out its normal functions.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA replication occurs, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G2 phase, the cell checks for errors in DNA and prepares for mitosis.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What is cancer?

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Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells, often resulting in a tumor or mass of abnormal cells.

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What is the purpose of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints are mechanisms that ensure the cell cycle progresses correctly and that any errors are repaired before the cell divides.

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What is the role of cyclins in the cell cycle?

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Cyclins are proteins that regulate the progression of the cell cycle by activating cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs).