Cell Cycle Test Fall 24

Front

What is the longest phase of the cell cycle?

Back

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

Front

What structure forms during cytokinesis in plant cells?

Back

A cell plate forms during cytokinesis in plant cells.

Front

What structure forms during cytokinesis in animal cells?

Back

A cleavage furrow forms during cytokinesis in animal cells.

Front

During which phase do cells exit the cell cycle?

Back

Cells can exit the cell cycle during the G1 phase.

Front

What is the first phase of mitosis?

Back

Prophase is the first phase of mitosis.

Front

What happens during metaphase?

Back

During metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane.

Front

What is the significance of anaphase?

Back

Anaphase is significant because sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

Front

What occurs during telophase?

Back

During telophase, the chromosomes de-condense and nuclear envelopes reform around each set of chromosomes.

Front

What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

Back

Checkpoints in the cell cycle ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase, preventing errors.

Front

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

Back

The S phase is where DNA replication occurs, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.