The Cell Cycle

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What is the purpose of cell replication in organisms?

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Growth, repair of damaged cells, replacement of dying cells.

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Why is it important to replicate DNA before a cell divides in mitosis?

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In order for genetic information to be transferred into daughter cells.

Front

When cells divide, they make two ____ cells.

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Daughter.

Front

What must be copied before cells can divide?

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DNA.

Front

What is the structure that holds sister chromatids together?

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Centromere.

Front

What are the two main stages of the cell cycle?

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Interphase and mitotic phase.

Front

What occurs during interphase?

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Cell growth, DNA replication, and preparation for mitosis.

Front

What is mitosis?

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The process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What is the role of chromosomes during cell division?

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They ensure that DNA is accurately replicated and distributed to daughter cells.

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What is a chromatid?

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One half of a duplicated chromosome.