Cell Cycle and mitosis

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What is the cell cycle?

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

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What happens during interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What is mitosis?

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

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What are the main stages of mitosis?

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The main stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What occurs during prophase?

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During prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear membrane breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is the significance of metaphase?

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In metaphase, chromosomes line up at the cell's equator, ensuring that each daughter cell will receive an identical set of chromosomes.

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What happens during anaphase?

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During anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What occurs during telophase?

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During telophase, the chromosomes de-condense, the nuclear membrane re-forms, and the cell prepares to divide.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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What is the 'S' phase of the cell cycle?

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The 'S' phase is the part of interphase where DNA is replicated, ensuring each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.