Cell Cycle & Mitosis

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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 and mitotic phase.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and the Mitotic phase (Mitosis and Cytokinesis).

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What occurs during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, 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 identical daughter cells.

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What happens during Prophase?

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During Prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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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 occurs 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 and the nuclear envelope re-forms.

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What is a Chromosome?

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A chromosome is a tightly packed structure of DNA that is visible during cell division.

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What is Chromatin?

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Chromatin is the relaxed form of DNA found in the nucleus during interphase.