Cell Division

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and duplication (replication). It consists of phases including interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process by which a cell divides its nucleus and genetic material equally between two new daughter cells.

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What is a centromere?

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A centromere is the point on a chromosome where the two sister chromatids are held together.

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What happens during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes align in the center of the cell, preparing for separation.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What would happen if a cell completed mitosis but not cytokinesis?

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If a cell completed mitosis but not cytokinesis, it would result in a cell with two nuclei.

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What is the role of spindle fibers in cell division?

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Spindle fibers are structures that help separate the chromosomes during cell division by attaching to the centromeres.

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What are chromatids?

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Chromatids are the two identical halves of a duplicated chromosome, joined together at the centromere.

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What is prophase?

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Prophase is the first stage of mitosis where the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is anaphase?

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