The Cell Cycle and 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 mitosis.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases of the cell cycle are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase) followed by 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, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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What are daughter cells?

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Daughter cells are the two identical cells that result from the process of mitosis.

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Why do cells need to replicate?

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Cells replicate for growth, repair of damaged tissue, and replacement of dying cells.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, the sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

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What is the role of spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during mitosis.