DNA and Cell Division

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What are the phases of mitosis in their proper sequence?

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prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase

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What event occurs during interphase?

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The cell grows.

Front

What is the functional building block of DNA molecules called?

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nucleotide

Front

What base pairs complement the sequence: ACTGA?

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TGACT

Front

When during the cell cycle are chromosomes visible?

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only during cell division

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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They help separate chromosomes during cell division.

Front

What is the structure that carries genetic information in cells?

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chromosome

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What are the two main stages of the cell cycle?

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Interphase and mitotic phase.

Front

What is the purpose of DNA replication?

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To ensure that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Front

What are the components of a nucleotide?

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A phosphate group, a sugar, and a nitrogenous base.