Cell Cycle and Cancer Combined

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What is the longest phase of the cell cycle?

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Interphase is the longest phase of the cell cycle, where the cell spends most of its time preparing for division.

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What is a checkpoint in the cell cycle?

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A checkpoint is a critical point in the cell cycle where stop and go signals can regulate the progression of the cycle.

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During which phase does the cell divide?

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The cell divides during Mitosis.

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What occurs during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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During G2, the cell grows a little bit more and prepares for mitosis.

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In which phases does the cell grow?

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The cell grows during G1 and G2 phases.

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What is the purpose of the S phase in the cell cycle?

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The S phase is where DNA replication occurs, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What is cancer in relation to the cell cycle?

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Cancer is a disease characterized by uncontrolled cell division, often due to mutations in genes that regulate the cell cycle.

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What role do growth factors play in the cell cycle?

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Growth factors are proteins that stimulate cell division and growth, acting as signals for cells to progress through the cell cycle.

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What is the role of oncogenes in cancer?

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Oncogenes are mutated forms of normal genes (proto-oncogenes) that can promote uncontrolled cell division, leading to cancer.

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What happens during the M phase of the cell cycle?

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During the M phase, the cell undergoes mitosis and cytokinesis, resulting in two daughter cells.