Cell Cycle-Mitosis Pop Flashcard

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What happens during anaphase in mitosis?

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Each DNA gets pulled to the opposite sides of the cell.

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How does DNA replicate?

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DNA unwinds, separates, and fills in the bases according to how they match up based on the four chemicals.

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What are the results of cell division or mitosis?

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Growth, repair damaged cells, replace damaged cells, but not dead cells.

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Which chemical pairs with Thymine in DNA?

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Adenine.

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Why do cells undergo mitosis?

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To reproduce, grow, and repair/replace.

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What is the cell cycle?

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The series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and duplication.

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What is mitosis?

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The process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What are spindle fibers?

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Structures that help separate the chromosomes during mitosis.

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What role do centrioles play in mitosis?

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They help organize the spindle fibers.

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What is the purpose of DNA replication?

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To ensure that each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the DNA.