Cell Cycle

Front

What does 'Cyto' in cytokinesis mean?

Back

Cell

Front

What is the process of cell division in animal, plant, fungi, and protists cells called?

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Mitosis

Front

Name the phase of the cell cycle where chromosomes are separated and pulled to opposite sides of the cell.

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Anaphase

Front

What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The cell duplicates its DNA.

Front

What is the purpose of the G1 checkpoint in the cell cycle?

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To see if the cell has grown enough.

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division?

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Interphase.

Front

What are the four main phases of mitosis?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

Front

What occurs during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.