Mitosis (Cell Cycle)

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What is the time between cell divisions in the life cycle of the cell called?

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Interphase is the phase in the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its life, preparing for division.

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How many chromosomes are in each human body cell?

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Each human body cell contains 46 chromosomes.

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Where is a cell's genetic material located?

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The genetic material of a cell is located in the nucleus.

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What are the three parts of interphase in order?

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The three parts of interphase are G1 (Gap 1), S (Synthesis), and G2 (Gap 2).

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What phase follows interphase in the cell cycle?

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Mitosis follows interphase in the cell cycle.

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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The purpose of mitosis is to divide a single cell into two identical daughter cells, ensuring each has the same number of chromosomes.

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What happens during the S phase of interphase?

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During the S phase, DNA is replicated, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during mitosis, ensuring each daughter cell receives the correct number of chromosomes.

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What is cytokinesis?

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

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.