Unit 6: Cell Cycle Review

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is a series of phases that a cell goes through to grow and divide, including interphase and mitotic phases.

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What occurs during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, replicates its DNA, and prepares for division.

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List the phases of the cell cycle in order.

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The phases of the cell cycle in order are G1, S, G2, and M.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA is duplicated, ensuring that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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What is apoptosis?

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Apoptosis is the process of programmed cell death that occurs if a cell does not pass a checkpoint in the cell cycle.

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What are HeLa Cells?

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HeLa Cells are the first immortal cell line derived from human cancer cells, named after Henrietta Lacks.

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What is the significance of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints are critical control mechanisms that ensure the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase, preventing errors.

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What is the role of mitosis in the cell cycle?

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Mitosis is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell divides its copied DNA and cytoplasm to form two new daughter cells.

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What is the difference between G1 and G2 phases?

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G1 is the first growth phase where the cell grows and synthesizes proteins, while G2 is the second growth phase where the cell prepares for mitosis.

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Why is DNA replication important?

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DNA replication is important because it ensures that each daughter cell receives an identical copy of the genetic material.