Cell Cycle and Cell Differentiation

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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, consisting of interphase and the mitotic phase.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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Interphase (G1, S, G2) and M-phase (mitosis and cytokinesis).

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What happens during interphase?

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The cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What is mitosis?

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The process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The final step of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What is cell differentiation?

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The process where unspecialized cells become specialized in structure and function.

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Why are small cells more efficient at obtaining nutrients?

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Small cells have a larger surface area-to-volume ratio, allowing for more efficient nutrient absorption.

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What is the role of chromosomes during cell division?

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Chromosomes ensure that DNA is accurately replicated and distributed to daughter cells.

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What occurs during prophase?

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Chromosomes condense into paired rod-like structures, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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How many chromosomes do fruit fly body cells have?

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Fruit fly body cells have 8 chromosomes.