Mod 4 - Cell Cycle

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What is Interphase?

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The phase of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its life, preparing for division by growing and replicating its DNA.

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What happens during Anaphase?

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The phase of mitosis where the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

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What is Metaphase?

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The phase of mitosis where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell before being separated.

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What occurs during Prophase?

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The phase of mitosis where DNA condenses into chromosomes, the nucleus breaks down, and spindle fibers form.

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What is Telophase?

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The final phase of mitosis where the chromosomes reach the opposite poles, the nuclear envelope re-forms, and the cell begins to split.

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Define Mitosis.

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A process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells, consisting of several phases: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What is the role of spindle fibers in mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during cell division by attaching to the centromeres and pulling them apart.

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What is the significance of the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is crucial for growth, development, and repair in organisms, ensuring that cells divide correctly and maintain genetic stability.

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What is the difference between cytokinesis and mitosis?

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Mitosis is the division of the nucleus, while cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two separate cells.

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What happens during the G1 phase of Interphase?

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The cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.