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What are cell cycle checkpoints?
What are cell cycle checkpoints?
- Locations where cells are stored temporarily
- Stages in the cell cycle where the cell assesses its readiness to proceed (correct)
- Points where the cell cycle reverses
- Physical barriers that stop the cell cycle
What is the purpose of checkpoints in the cell cycle?
What is the purpose of checkpoints in the cell cycle?
- To store excess cells temporarily
- To stop the cell cycle completely
- To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next stage (correct)
- To reverse the cell cycle
How are cell cycle checkpoints similar to vehicle checkpoints?
How are cell cycle checkpoints similar to vehicle checkpoints?
- Both are primarily for collecting tolls or money
- Both are designed to halt all movement
- Both involve a process of inspection and verification (correct)
- Both are used for temporary storage
What signals do cells receive in the cell cycle?
What signals do cells receive in the cell cycle?
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What is the function of checkpoints in the cell cycle with respect to signals?
What is the function of checkpoints in the cell cycle with respect to signals?
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