Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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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 mitosis.

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What are the three main phases of interphase?

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The three main phases of interphase are G1 (Gap 1), S (Synthesis), and G2 (Gap 2).

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What happens during the G1 phase?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows, synthesizes proteins, and prepares for DNA replication.

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What occurs during the S phase?

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During the S phase, DNA replication takes place, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is the G2 phase?

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The G2 phase is the final stage of interphase where the cell prepares for mitosis, including further growth and organelle duplication.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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What are the four phases of mitosis?

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The four phases of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What occurs during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres.

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What is anaphase?

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Anaphase is the phase where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.