Cell Cycle

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and duplication (replication). It consists of interphase and the mitotic phase.

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What happens during interphase?

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During interphase, the cell grows, performs its normal functions, and duplicates its DNA in preparation for cell division.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division where one cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What are the stages of mitosis?

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The stages of mitosis are prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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How many phases are there in the cell cycle?

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There are two main phases in the cell cycle: interphase and the mitotic phase (which includes mitosis and cytokinesis).

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What is the purpose of DNA replication?

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The purpose of DNA replication is to ensure that each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the parent cell's DNA.

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What occurs during prophase?

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During prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the spindle fibers begin to form.

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What happens during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes line up at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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What occurs during anaphase?

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During anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell by the spindle fibers.