Cell Cycle and Mitosis
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What is the primary function of checkpoints during the cell cycle?

  • To stimulate cell growth and development
  • To initiate the process of cytokinesis
  • To ensure the cell cycle is completed quickly
  • To verify the accuracy of DNA replication (correct)

    • What is the main purpose of mitosis?

  • To produce cells with varied DNA
  • To produce two daughter cells with identical DNA (correct)
  • To repair damaged cells
  • To initiate cell growth and development

    • What is the term for the stage of the cell cycle where cells stop reproducing?

  • G0 phase (correct)
  • G1 phase
  • G2 phase
  • S phase

    • What occurs during the S phase of interphase?

    <p>DNA synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of uncontrolled cell division?

    <p>Cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

    <p>To move chromosomes to the center of the cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of cytokinesis?

    <p>The division of the cytoplasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the prophase stage of mitosis?

    <p>The nuclear membrane disappears</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the result of the anaphase stage of mitosis?

    <p>Chromatids separate and move to opposite poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is mitosis essential for the body?

    <p>To replace old or dead cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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