BIOLOGY Cell Cycle and Mitosis Flashcard

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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 to grow and divide, including interphase and mitotic phase.

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What are the main stages of mitosis?

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The main stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What happens during anaphase?

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During anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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How many chromosomes do humans have?

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Humans have 46 chromosomes.

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What is a chromosome?

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A chromosome is a structure made of DNA wrapped around histone proteins, containing genetic information.

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What is the role of centrioles in cell division?

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Centrioles help organize the mitotic spindle during cell division.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides to form two separate cells.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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What is interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.

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What is a chromatid?

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A chromatid is one half of a duplicated chromosome, which is joined to its sister chromatid.