CP Bio Cell Division

Front

What is the total number of chromosomes in the body cells of an insect whose gametes have 20 chromosomes?

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40

Front

What phase of the cell cycle involves cell growth, DNA replication, and organelle production?

Back

Interphase

Front

What are the long strands of genetic information located in the nucleus called?

Back

Chromatin

Front

During which phase do chromosomes align in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is defined as uncontrolled cell growth and division?

Back

Cancer

Front

What is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the term for the division of a cell's nucleus during mitosis?

Back

Karyokinesis

Front

What is the role of centrioles during cell division?

Back

They help organize the mitotic spindle.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

Back

Mitosis results in two identical cells; meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

Front

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

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It is the first growth phase where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.