Cell Division

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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 divide and produce new cells, including interphase and mitotic phases.

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What are the phases of mitosis?

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The phases of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What is interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication and growth.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What is the role of centrioles in cell division?

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Centrioles help organize the spindle fibers that separate chromosomes during mitosis.

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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 anaphase?

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

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What are spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers are structures that help separate chromosomes during cell division.

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What is the difference between chromatin and chromosomes?

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Chromatin is the relaxed form of DNA found in the nucleus, while chromosomes are the condensed form of DNA visible during cell division.

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What is cytokinesis?

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