Mitosis, Cell Cycle and DNA

Front

What is the part of the cell cycle that divides the cytoplasm of the cell?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

In a molecule of double-stranded DNA, which base is always equal in amount to Adenine?

Back

Thymine

Front

What is the term for one half of a duplicated chromosome?

Back

Chromatid

Front

If a fruit fly has 8 chromosomes, how many chromosomes will each daughter cell have after mitosis?

Back

8 chromosomes.

Front

How many daughter cells are produced in mitosis?

Back

2 new cells.

Front

What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (M phase).

Front

What occurs during the Synthesis Phase of the cell cycle?

Back

DNA replication occurs, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

Front

What is the role of the centromere in cell division?

Back

The centromere holds sister chromatids together and is the attachment point for spindle fibers.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

Back

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

Front

What is the significance of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

Back

The G1 phase is where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.