Cell Cycle

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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 (G1, S, G2) and mitotic phase.

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What happens during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows and carries out normal functions, preparing for DNA replication.

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What occurs during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA is replicated, resulting in two identical sets of chromosomes.

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What is the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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The G2 phase is the final stage of interphase where the cell prepares for mitosis, ensuring all DNA is replicated and the cell is ready to divide.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of nuclear division that results in two daughter nuclei, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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What is the role of centrioles in cell division?

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Centrioles help organize the mitotic spindle during cell division, facilitating the separation of chromosomes.

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What is metastasis?

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Metastasis is the spread of cancer cells from the original tumor to other parts of the body.

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What is the difference between benign and malignant tumors?

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Benign tumors are non-cancerous and do not spread, while malignant tumors are cancerous and can invade nearby tissues and metastasize.

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What is the significance of the mitotic phase?

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The mitotic phase is crucial for cell division, ensuring that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.