Cell Cycle

Front

What is the relaxed form of DNA found during most of interphase?

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Chromatin

Front

What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The cell grows and develops.

Front

During which phase of the cell cycle is DNA replicated?

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Synthesis (S phase)

Front

Why must cells of organisms go through cell division?

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For growth, repair of damaged cells, and replacement of dying cells.

Front

True or False: Normal cells grow and divide continuously.

Back

False

Front

What is the main purpose of the cell cycle?

Back

To ensure proper cell growth, DNA replication, and division.

Front

What are the three main phases of the cell cycle?

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Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

Front

What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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The cell prepares for mitosis by producing proteins and organelles.

Front

What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase.

Front

What is mitosis?

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The process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.