Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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What is the longest stage of the cell cycle?

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Interphase is the longest stage of the cell cycle, where the cell grows and prepares for division.

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What occurs during the M phase of the cell cycle?

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M phase is where mitosis and cytokinesis occur, leading to the division of the cell into two daughter cells.

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What structure holds sister chromatids together?

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The centromere is the structure that holds sister chromatids together during cell division.

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During which phase is DNA replicated?

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DNA is replicated during the S phase of the cell cycle.

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What is the phase of the cell cycle where chromosomes align at the cell's equator?

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Metaphase is the stage where chromosomes align at the cell's equator before being separated.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What happens during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

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What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

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

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What is the purpose of the S phase in the cell cycle?

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The S phase is crucial for DNA replication, ensuring that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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What occurs during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G2 phase, the cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis by producing necessary proteins and organelles.