Cell Cycle G0 Phase Quiz
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In animals, which type of cells exhibit mitotic cell division?

  • Red blood cells
  • Diploid somatic cells (correct)
  • Germ cells
  • Haploid cells
  • What is the term used to describe the inactive stage of the cell cycle where cells remain metabolically active but no longer proliferate?

  • S phase
  • Mitotic phase
  • G1 phase
  • Quiescent stage (G0) (correct)
  • Which plant species and stages demonstrate mitosis in haploid cells based on the text?

  • Ferns - Sporophyte stage
  • Angiosperms - Zygote stage
  • Gymnosperms - Seed stage
  • Mosses - Gametophyte stage (correct)
  • What is another term for the M phase of the cell cycle?

    <p>Mitotic phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is mitosis referred to as equational division?

    <p>It involves nuclear division (karyokinesis)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic event that marks the completion of prophase in karyokinesis?

    <p>Condensation of chromosomal material to form compact mitotic chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes chromosomes in prophase from chromosomes in interphase?

    <p>Chromosomes in prophase are composed of two chromatids attached at the centromere, whereas interphase chromosomes are single-stranded.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What organelle radiates out microtubules called asters during prophase?

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

    In which phase of the cell cycle does prophase occur?

    <p>M phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of spindle fibers in mitosis?

    <p>To separate chromatids and pull them to opposite poles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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