Cell Division Review

Front

What phase does chromatin condense to form chromosomes?

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Prophase

Front

In what phase do the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

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Metaphase

Front

During what phase of the cell cycle is DNA replicated?

Back

S phase

Front

What stages occur during the G1, S, and G2 phases?

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Interphase

Front

Chromosomes are made up of two identical sister _____________.

Back

chromatids

Front

What is the main purpose of mitosis?

Back

To divide the cell's nucleus and ensure each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Front

What is cytokinesis?

Back

The process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells.

Front

What happens during anaphase?

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during cell division?

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To help separate the chromosomes during mitosis.

Front

What is interphase?

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The phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including G1, S, and G2 phases.