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What is the primary stage where most cells spend their time before mitosis?
What is the primary stage where most cells spend their time before mitosis?
- Anaphase
- Interphase (correct)
- Telophase
- Cytokinesis
How can external factors influence cell division?
How can external factors influence cell division?
- Through changes in temperature
- By triggering the release of growth hormones (correct)
- By inhibiting nutrient absorption
- Only through genetic mutations
What can result from an excessive amount of human growth hormone (HGH)?
What can result from an excessive amount of human growth hormone (HGH)?
- Dwarfism
- Cellular senescence
- Gigantism (correct)
- Cell starvation
What is the purpose of checkpoints in the cell division process?
What is the purpose of checkpoints in the cell division process?
What is the outcome of a problem with chromosome duplication during cell division?
What is the outcome of a problem with chromosome duplication during cell division?
How do plant cells differ from animal cells during cytokinesis?
How do plant cells differ from animal cells during cytokinesis?
Which scenario can impede cell division?
Which scenario can impede cell division?
What structural change occurs between daughter cells in plant cells?
What structural change occurs between daughter cells in plant cells?
What structural change occurs during DNA replication that is key to chromosome formation?
What structural change occurs during DNA replication that is key to chromosome formation?
What is the primary function of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?
What is the primary function of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?
Which statement accurately describes what happens during prophase?
Which statement accurately describes what happens during prophase?
Which phase of the cell cycle involves the disassembly of the nuclear envelope?
Which phase of the cell cycle involves the disassembly of the nuclear envelope?
During which phase do cell organelles duplicate and the cytoskeleton get dismantled?
During which phase do cell organelles duplicate and the cytoskeleton get dismantled?
What is the purpose of the mitotic spindle during karyokinesis?
What is the purpose of the mitotic spindle during karyokinesis?
Which of the following correctly describes a homologous pair of chromosomes?
Which of the following correctly describes a homologous pair of chromosomes?
What distinguishes the stages of the mitotic phase?
What distinguishes the stages of the mitotic phase?
What occurs at anaphase that is crucial for the cell cycle to progress?
What occurs at anaphase that is crucial for the cell cycle to progress?
Which is a consequence of malfunctioning cell cycle regulators?
Which is a consequence of malfunctioning cell cycle regulators?
How does the p53 gene contribute to the regulation of the cell cycle?
How does the p53 gene contribute to the regulation of the cell cycle?
What may result from atypical hyperplasia?
What may result from atypical hyperplasia?
What is unique about prokaryotic cell division compared to eukaryotic cell division?
What is unique about prokaryotic cell division compared to eukaryotic cell division?
What is the primary cause of metastasis in malignant cells?
What is the primary cause of metastasis in malignant cells?
Why does the single circular DNA chromosome in prokaryotes allow for faster DNA replication?
Why does the single circular DNA chromosome in prokaryotes allow for faster DNA replication?
Which factor primarily classifies a situation as cancer?
Which factor primarily classifies a situation as cancer?
What is the primary function of the G1 checkpoint in the cell cycle?
What is the primary function of the G1 checkpoint in the cell cycle?
What happens if a cell does not meet the conditions at the G1 checkpoint?
What happens if a cell does not meet the conditions at the G1 checkpoint?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that the G1 checkpoint assesses?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that the G1 checkpoint assesses?
How do positive regulators affect the cell cycle, according to the content?
How do positive regulators affect the cell cycle, according to the content?
What role do inhibitors play in the context of cell division?
What role do inhibitors play in the context of cell division?
Where do the Golgi membranes merge in the process of forming the new wall?
Where do the Golgi membranes merge in the process of forming the new wall?
What mechanism is suggested for cells when encountering issues at the G1 checkpoint?
What mechanism is suggested for cells when encountering issues at the G1 checkpoint?
When does the cell cycle have checkpoints to prevent damaged cells from proliferating?
When does the cell cycle have checkpoints to prevent damaged cells from proliferating?
What does the G2 checkpoint evaluate before allowing entry into mitosis?
What does the G2 checkpoint evaluate before allowing entry into mitosis?
What initiates the process of mitosis?
What initiates the process of mitosis?
How many mutations do the majority of cancer cells have, according to research?
How many mutations do the majority of cancer cells have, according to research?
What role do tumor suppressor genes play in cell division?
What role do tumor suppressor genes play in cell division?
During which phase of mitosis does the M checkpoint occur?
During which phase of mitosis does the M checkpoint occur?
Why can cancer cells proliferate in a culture without growth factors?
Why can cancer cells proliferate in a culture without growth factors?
What can cause the inactivity of tumor suppressor genes?
What can cause the inactivity of tumor suppressor genes?
What does the M checkpoint ensure during mitosis?
What does the M checkpoint ensure during mitosis?
Study Notes
DNA and Chromosome Structure
- Chromosomes condense during cell division, ensuring equal distribution of genetic material during karyokinesis.
- Homologous pairs include chromosomes inherited from each parent, represented by different colors (e.g., red and blue).
- Sister chromatids form during DNA replication, characterized by an "X" shape.
Cell Cycle Phases
- G2 Phase: Cells replenish energy, synthesize proteins for chromosome manipulation, and duplicate organelles. Cytoskeleton dismantling occurs to prepare for mitosis.
- Transition to mitosis requires completion of final preparations in G2.
Mitotic Phase Steps
- Prophase: Chromatin condenses to form visible chromosomes; mitotic spindle begins forming; the nuclear envelope starts disintegrating.
- Prometaphase: Complete breakdown of the nuclear envelope allows spindle fibers to attach to kinetochores of chromosomes.
Cell Division and Regulation
- Karyokinesis is the process where parent cells divide into two offspring cells; cells are designed to survive as long as the organism.
- Cells typically spend time in interphase, a non-dividing stage, before mitosis.
- External factors, such as growth hormones, can initiate cell division; human growth hormone (HGH) must be in balance to avoid disorders like gigantism or dwarfism.
Cytokinesis Variations
- In plant cells, a cleavage furrow is formed, and a new cell wall (cell plate) is constructed from vesicle congregation from the Golgi apparatus.
- Enzymes utilize glucose to build new walls, which fuse with existing cell membranes.
Internal Cell Cycle Checkpoints
- G1 Checkpoint: Assesses cell size, energy reserves, and DNA integrity before commitment to division. Unfavorable conditions may lead to a G0 phase (inactive) or pause in the cycle.
- G2 Checkpoint: Ensures conditions are right for mitosis, evaluating protein levels, cell size, and chromosome integrity before entering the mitotic phase.
- M Checkpoint: Verifies that all sister chromatids are properly attached to spindle fibers before anaphase; prevents early cycle initiation.
Cancer Mechanisms
- Uncontrolled cell division, a hallmark of cancer, often results from mutations in genes regulating the cell cycle, such as the p53 gene.
- Tumor suppressor genes prevent excessive division; mutations in both gene copies can lead to uncontrolled growth.
- Cancer development can begin with atypical hyperplasia due to excessive division from mutations.
Prokaryotic Cell Division
- Prokaryotic cells feature a simple division process known as binary fission, facilitated by a single circular DNA chromosome.
- Absence of a nucleus and multiple chromosomes streamlines DNA replication, negating the need for intricate mitosis.
- Prokaryotic division method promotes swift reproduction, contrasting with eukaryotic cell division complexities.
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This quiz covers key concepts from Module 3 of Biological Science, focusing on the structure and function of DNA and chromosomes. Students will explore topics like homologous chromosomes and chromosomal division as part of their first semester curriculum for 2024-2025.
