AP Bio: Cell Cycle

Front

A cell that has a half set of chromosomes is called a______ cell.

Back

haploid

Front

The point of attachment between two sister chromatids is called ______.

Back

centromere

Front

In the G1 stage of the cell cycle, the cell ______.

Back

Grows, Matures, Carries on normal activities, All of the above

Front

The normal function of a tumor suppressor gene is ______.

Back

to code for proteins that inhibit, or slow, cell division

Front

A cell that has a full set of chromosomes is called a______ cell.

Back

diploid

Front

What is the role of the cell cycle in cellular function?

Back

The cell cycle regulates cell growth, DNA replication, and cell division.

Front

What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

Back

G1, S, G2, and M phases.

Front

What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?

Back

DNA replication occurs, resulting in two sister chromatids for each chromosome.

Front

What is the function of the mitotic spindle?

Back

To separate sister chromatids during cell division.

Front

What is apoptosis and its significance in the cell cycle?

Back

Apoptosis is programmed cell death, which helps eliminate damaged or unnecessary cells.