Unit 2 Review SE

Unit 2 Review SE

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Science

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is cell differentiation?

Back

Cell differentiation is the process by which a less specialized cell becomes a more specialized cell type, allowing for the formation of different tissues and organs in an organism.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is interphase in the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its time, growing and performing essential functions such as metabolism and DNA replication before mitosis.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is mitosis?

Back

Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells, allowing for growth and repair in multicellular organisms.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are cancer cells?

Back

Cancer cells are abnormal cells that divide uncontrollably and can invade other tissues, often leading to tumors and other health issues.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is gene expression?

Back

Gene expression is the process by which information from a gene is used to synthesize a functional gene product, usually proteins, which perform various functions in the cell.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the S phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The S phase (synthesis phase) is the part of interphase where DNA is replicated, ensuring that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do environmental factors play in gene activation?

Back

Environmental factors can influence gene activation by affecting the transcription of DNA to mRNA, which is necessary for protein synthesis.

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