Honors Biology Cell Cycle Review

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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, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

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What happens during interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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Define 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 is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What is the role of stem cells?

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Stem cells are undifferentiated cells that can develop into various cell types and are crucial for growth and repair.

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What is differentiation in cells?

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Differentiation is the process by which a cell becomes specialized to perform a specific function.

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What is a tumor?

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A tumor is an abnormal mass of tissue that forms when cells grow uncontrollably, which can be benign or malignant.

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What is the difference between benign and malignant tumors?

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Benign tumors are non-cancerous and do not spread, while malignant tumors are cancerous and can invade nearby tissues.

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What occurs during prophase?

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

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What happens during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres.