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What are the two main phases of the cell cycle?
What are the two main phases of the cell cycle?
What occurs during the metaphase of mitosis?
What occurs during the metaphase of mitosis?
What is the primary result of mitosis?
What is the primary result of mitosis?
Which phase of mitosis involves the separation of chromosomes?
Which phase of mitosis involves the separation of chromosomes?
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What is the function of cytokinesis?
What is the function of cytokinesis?
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Study Notes
Cell Cycle
- Cell cycle: the life cycle of a cell, from cell division to the next cell division.
- Two phases: interphase and mitotic phase
Cell Division
- Cell division: occurs when an organism needs to grow larger or replace dead/damaged cells.
Mitosis
- Mitosis: the DNA or chromosomes divides and separates into 2 identical nuclei.
- Four phases of mitosis:
- Prophase: the chromatin condenses into X-shapes, spindle fibers form from centrioles, and the nucleus disappears.
- Metaphase: chromosomes align along the center of the cell, centrioles reach opposite sides of the cell.
- Anaphase: chromosomes separate and are pulled to opposite sides of the cell.
- Telophase: chromosomes unite on each side of the cell, forming two nuclei
Mitosis Results
- Result of mitosis: an exact copy of the original cell (same number of chromosomes).
Cytokinesis
- Cytokinesis: after mitosis, the cell physically divides into two separate cells.
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Description
Explore the fascinating process of the cell cycle, including the phases of interphase and mitotic phase, as well as the intricate steps of mitosis. This quiz covers prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, and the final division during cytokinesis. Test your knowledge on how cells replicate and grow!
