10 Questions
What is the primary function of checkpoints during the cell cycle?
To verify the accuracy of DNA replication
What is the main purpose of mitosis?
To produce two daughter cells with identical DNA
What is the term for the stage of the cell cycle where cells stop reproducing?
G0 phase
What occurs during the S phase of interphase?
DNA synthesis
What is the result of uncontrolled cell division?
Cancer
What is the function of the spindle fibers during mitosis?
To move chromosomes to the center of the cell
What is the process of cytokinesis?
The division of the cytoplasm
What occurs during the prophase stage of mitosis?
The nuclear membrane disappears
What is the result of the anaphase stage of mitosis?
Chromatids separate and move to opposite poles
Why is mitosis essential for the body?
To replace old or dead cells
Test your understanding of the cell cycle, including interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis. Learn about the phases of interphase, checkpoints, and the G0 phase. Prepare to tackle questions about cell growth, division, and cancer.
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