Cell Cycle and Cancer Retest

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The cell cycle allows an organism to ______ its number of cells

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Increase

Front

What phase is represented by the yellow arrow that includes G1, S, and G2? (Longest phase of cell cycle)

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Interphase

Front

What does M stand for?

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Mitosis

Front

Which phase is shown?

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Telophase

Front

Which phase is shown in #1?

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Metaphase

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What is the purpose of the cell cycle?

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To allow growth, development, and repair of tissues by increasing the number of cells.

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What are the main stages of the cell cycle?

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Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

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What occurs during the G1 phase of Interphase?

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Cell growth and preparation for DNA replication.

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What happens during the S phase of Interphase?

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DNA replication occurs, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What is the role of Mitosis in the cell cycle?

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To divide the replicated DNA into two daughter cells.