PreAP - Chapter 17

Front

What is cancer?

Back

Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells, often resulting in a tumor or mass of abnormal cells.

Front

What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

Back

During the G1 phase, the cell grows rapidly.

Front

What happens during anaphase?

Back

During anaphase, the chromosomes divide into two sets that start to move away from each other towards the opposite poles.

Front

Which phase of mitosis involves the chromosomes moving to opposite poles?

Back

Anaphase.

Front

What is telophase in mitosis?

Back

Telophase is the phase where the chromosomes reach the opposite poles and begin to de-condense.

Front

What is cytokinesis?

Back

Cytokinesis is the process where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

Front

What is the purpose of DNA replication?

Back

DNA replication ensures that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Front

What is interphase?

Back

Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including G1, S, and G2 phases.

Front

What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?

Back

During the S phase, DNA replication occurs.

Front

What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints in the cell cycle are mechanisms that ensure the proper progression of the cell cycle and prevent errors.