Mitosis

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What is the Synthesis phase of the cell cycle?

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The Synthesis phase (S phase) is the part of the cell cycle where DNA is replicated, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is a centromere?

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A centromere is the region of a chromosome where two sister chromatids are joined together, and it plays a crucial role during cell division.

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Why do chromosomes have two chromatids?

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Chromosomes have two chromatids to ensure that when the cell divides, each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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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 of the chromosomes.

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What happens during prophase?

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

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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 from a single parent cell.

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What are sister chromatids?

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Sister chromatids are two identical copies of a single chromosome, connected at the centromere, formed during DNA replication.

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What is the role of spindle fibers in mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the sister chromatids and pull them to opposite poles of the cell during cell division.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.

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What is the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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The G1 phase is the first stage of interphase where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.