cell cycle and mitosis

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is a series of events that a cell goes through as it grows and divides, including phases such as G1, S, G2, and M.

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What happens during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows and carries out normal functions, preparing for DNA replication.

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What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA replication occurs, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is mitosis?

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

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What are the four main phases of mitosis?

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

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What is a centriole?

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A centriole is a cylindrical structure involved in cell division, helping to organize the mitotic spindle.

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What is the role of the mitotic spindle?

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The mitotic spindle is a structure made of microtubules that separates chromosomes during mitosis.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the mitotic spindle begins to form.

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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 the centromeres.