Cell Cycle

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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 Mitosis.

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What are the main phases of the Cell Cycle?

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The main phases are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase).

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What happens during Interphase?

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Interphase is the longest phase where 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.

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What occurs during Prophase?

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During Prophase, chromosomes condense, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What happens during Metaphase?

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In Metaphase, chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell, attached to spindle fibers.

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What is Anaphase?

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Anaphase is the stage where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

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What occurs during Telophase?

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During Telophase, the chromosomes de-condense, and the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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

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How long does the entire Cell Cycle take for most animal cells?

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The entire Cell Cycle typically takes about 24 hours.