Cell cycle, mitosis, and cancer

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What happens during the S stage of interphase?

Back

The DNA is replicated.

Front

Identify the stage of mitosis represented by the alignment of chromosomes at the cell's equator.

Back

Metaphase.

Front

In which phase does the cell spend most of its life?

Back

Interphase.

Front

During which parts of the cell cycle does the cell grow?

Back

G1 and G2.

Front

What is the structure that holds two chromosomes together until they separate for cell division?

Back

Centromere.

Front

What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

Front

What is the purpose of mitosis?

Back

To divide the cell's nucleus and ensure each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Front

What occurs during G1 phase of interphase?

Back

The cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

Front

What is cytokinesis?

Back

The process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells.

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What is the role of chromatin in the cell cycle?

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Chromatin is the relaxed form of DNA that allows for gene expression and DNA replication.