Cell cycle and Mitosis

Front

What is the longest stage of the cell cycle called?

Back

Interphase

Front

During the 'S' phase of the cell cycle, DNA is duplicated. Why is this important?

Back

Allows for each daughter cell to be genetically IDENTICAL.

Front

What stage of mitosis involves the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equator?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the process called that divides the cytoplasm during cell division?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

What stage of mitosis is characterized by the separation of sister chromatids?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the first stage of mitosis where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes?

Back

Prophase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication?

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G1 Phase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell synthesizes proteins and organelles?

Back

G1 Phase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for mitosis?

Back

G2 Phase

Front

What is the term for the complete set of genetic material in an organism?

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Genome