Cell Cycle and DNA Review

DNA is a double helix made up of nucleotides, which consist of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogen base.

Adenine (A), Thymine (T), Cytosine (C), and Guanine (G).

A pairs with T, and C pairs with G.

DNA stores genetic information and provides instructions for the development and functioning of living organisms.

The DNA molecule unwinds and separates into two strands, each serving as a template for the formation of a new complementary strand.

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

The cell cycle consists of Interphase (G1, S, G2) and the Mitotic phase (M).

During interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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

Cytokinesis is the final step of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.