Unit 3 CCM Test Review

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What is the purpose of mitosis in cells?

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To make an exact copy of DNA for each new cell.

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During which phase of the cell cycle is DNA replicated?

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S phase.

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What is cancer?

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The uncontrolled growth of cells, often resulting in a tumor or mass of abnormal cells.

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What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes align in the center of the cell?

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Metaphase.

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What is the phase of mitosis where sister chromatids are pulled apart?

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Anaphase.

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What is interphase?

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The phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.

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What happens during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What is apoptosis?

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The process of programmed cell death that occurs in multicellular organisms.

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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.