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What are positive regulators in the cell cycle?
What are positive regulators in the cell cycle?
- p53
- p21
- Retinoblastoma protein
- Cyclin-Dependent Kinases (correct)
Which characteristic of cancer cells refers to their ability to grow despite regulators and checkpoints?
Which characteristic of cancer cells refers to their ability to grow despite regulators and checkpoints?
- Anaplasia
- Clonality
- Autonomy (correct)
- Angiogenesis
What is the role of cell cycle checkpoints?
What is the role of cell cycle checkpoints?
- To encourage cancer cell proliferation
- To promote tumor growth
- To allow rapid cell cycle progression
- To prevent mistakes during cell division (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a negative regulator of the cell cycle?
Which of the following is NOT a negative regulator of the cell cycle?
What do tumors indicate in relation to cell behavior?
What do tumors indicate in relation to cell behavior?
What is the purpose of the G1/S checkpoint in the cell cycle?
What is the purpose of the G1/S checkpoint in the cell cycle?
During which phase does the nuclear envelope begin to reappear?
During which phase does the nuclear envelope begin to reappear?
What happens to sister chromatids during anaphase?
What happens to sister chromatids during anaphase?
What role do the spindle fibers play during metaphase?
What role do the spindle fibers play during metaphase?
Which of the following correctly represents the duration of each phase in a typical 24-hour cell cycle?
Which of the following correctly represents the duration of each phase in a typical 24-hour cell cycle?
Which phase immediately follows the S phase in the cell cycle?
Which phase immediately follows the S phase in the cell cycle?
What triggers the activation of the Spindle Assembly Checkpoint (SAC)?
What triggers the activation of the Spindle Assembly Checkpoint (SAC)?
Which statement about interphase is incorrect?
Which statement about interphase is incorrect?
What is the outcome in terms of chromosome number after mitosis in diploid cells?
What is the outcome in terms of chromosome number after mitosis in diploid cells?
During which phase of the cell cycle do sister chromatids become separated?
During which phase of the cell cycle do sister chromatids become separated?
What is the significance of mitosis in multicellular organisms?
What is the significance of mitosis in multicellular organisms?
Which of the following statements about gametes is correct?
Which of the following statements about gametes is correct?
At the end of mitosis in a diploid cell with 6 chromosomes, how many chromatids will there be?
At the end of mitosis in a diploid cell with 6 chromosomes, how many chromatids will there be?
In which phase does the nuclear envelope re-form around the separated chromosomes?
In which phase does the nuclear envelope re-form around the separated chromosomes?
What distinguishes meiosis from mitosis in terms of chromosome number?
What distinguishes meiosis from mitosis in terms of chromosome number?
What is the correct pair of terms when distinguishing between somatic cells and sex cells?
What is the correct pair of terms when distinguishing between somatic cells and sex cells?
Which stage of the cell cycle is characterized by significant growth and DNA replication?
Which stage of the cell cycle is characterized by significant growth and DNA replication?
Which of the following accurately describes the state of chromosomes during metaphase?
Which of the following accurately describes the state of chromosomes during metaphase?
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Study Notes
Cell Cycle Overview
- The cell cycle consists of sequential phases leading to cell growth and division.
- Key phases include Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase).
Phases of Interphase
- G1 Phase: Growth and development; cells increase in size and synthesize proteins.
- S Phase: DNA synthesis occurs; chromosomes are replicated.
- G2 Phase: Cell prepares for mitosis; checks for DNA replication errors.
- G0 Phase: Resting phase where the cell is metabolically active but not preparing to divide.
Phases of Mitosis
- Prophase: Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes; nuclear membrane and nucleolus disintegrate; centrioles move to opposite poles.
- Metaphase: Chromosomes line up along the cell's equatorial plane; spindle fibers attach to kinetochores on sister chromatids.
- Anaphase: Sister chromatids split and are pulled towards opposite poles; cell elongates.
- Telophase: Nuclear envelopes reform around each set of chromosomes; chromosomes decondense back to chromatin; cytokinesis occurs, resulting in two daughter cells.
Mitosis vs. Meiosis
- Mitosis produces diploid (2n) body cells; DNA content remains constant pre- and post-division.
- Meiosis produces haploid (n) gametes (sperm and egg); involves two rounds of division, resulting in genetic variation.
DNA Packaging
- Chromosomes consist of two sister chromatids linked at a centromere.
- In humans, 46 chromosomes (23 pairs) are present in somatic cells; during mitosis, the chromosome count remains constant.
Cell Cycle Regulation
- Cell division is regulated by external factors (e.g., hormone release, cell size, neighboring cell death).
- Internal checkpoints ensure accurate division; key checkpoints include G1/S, G2/M, and the Metaphase spindle assembly checkpoint (SAC).
Molecule Regulators
- Positive Regulators: Include cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs) that promote progression through the cell cycle.
- Negative Regulators: Proteins such as retinoblastoma protein (Rb), p53, and p21; dysfunctional in cancer cells.
Cancer Characteristics
- Clonality: Genetic changes accumulate over time in cancer cells.
- Autonomy: Cancer cells can proliferate uncontrollably, ignoring regulatory mechanisms.
- Anaplasia: Display abnormal morphology; often have large, irregular nuclei.
- Angiogenesis: Formation of new blood vessels to supply tumors.
Conclusion
- Mitosis ensures equal distribution of genetic information to daughter cells, while its regulation is crucial in maintaining cellular integrity and preventing cancerous growths.
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