Cell Cycle (11.1 & 11.2) Review

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What is chromatin?

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Chromatin is the form of genetic material found in eukaryotic cells when they are not dividing. It consists of long, thin fibers of DNA and proteins.

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What are the stages of the cell cycle in order?

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The stages of the cell cycle in order are: Interphase (G1, S, G2), Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase), and Cytokinesis.

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Why are smaller cells more efficient?

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Smaller cells have a larger surface area-to-volume ratio, which allows for more efficient transport of materials in and out of the cell.

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What letter represents cell division?

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D represents cell division in the context of the cell cycle.

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What phase of the cell cycle is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equator?

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Metaphase is the phase where chromosomes align at the cell's equator.

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What is the purpose of the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the process by which a cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and divides to produce two daughter cells.

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What happens during interphase?

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During interphase, the cell grows, performs its normal functions, and prepares for division by replicating its DNA.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of nuclear division in eukaryotic cells, resulting in two identical daughter nuclei.

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What are the main phases of mitosis?

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The main phases of mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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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.