Cell Cycle Flashcard 1 (24-25)

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What are stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that have the potential to develop into many different cell types in the body. They can divide and produce more stem cells or differentiate into specialized cells.

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How do body cells contribute to growth?

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Body cells contribute to growth by dividing to create more cells, allowing organisms to increase in size and develop.

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What is the process of healing cuts and wounds in the body?

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The body heals cuts and wounds by regenerating new cells to replace damaged ones, facilitating tissue repair.

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Why do larger animals, like blue whales, have more cells than smaller animals, like bumblebees?

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Larger animals have more cells because their size requires a greater number of cells to support their biological functions.

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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 grow and divide, including interphase and mitotic phase.

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What happens during interphase?

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During interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for division.

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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 role do stem cells play in healing?

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Stem cells play a crucial role in healing by differentiating into the specific cell types needed to repair damaged tissues.

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What is the significance of cell division in living organisms?

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Cell division is essential for growth, development, and repair of tissues in living organisms.

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What are differentiated cells?

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Differentiated cells are specialized cells that have specific functions, such as muscle cells, nerve cells, and blood cells.