Cell Cycle

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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 are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and the Mitotic phase (Mitosis and Cytokinesis).

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What happens during G1 phase?

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During G1 phase, the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

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What occurs during the S phase?

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During the S phase, DNA is replicated, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What is the purpose of G2 phase?

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In G2 phase, the cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis by producing necessary proteins and organelles.

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What is mitosis?

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

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What are the stages of mitosis?

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The stages of mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What happens during Prophase?

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During Prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What occurs during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to centromeres.

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What is Anaphase?

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Anaphase is the stage where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.