Cell Cycle and Mitosis Concepts

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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 (G1, S, G2) and mitosis.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA replication occurs, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is the G2 phase?

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The G2 phase is the second gap phase where the cell checks for DNA replication errors and prepares for mitosis.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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What occurs during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is metaphase?

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Metaphase is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane.

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What happens during anaphase?

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During anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is telophase?

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Telophase is the final stage of mitosis where chromosomes de-condense back into chromatin and the nuclear envelope re-forms.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells after mitosis.

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What is the role of centrioles during mitosis?

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Centrioles help organize the spindle fibers that separate chromosomes during mitosis.