Cell Cycle Overview

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What occurs during Prophase I of meiosis?

Homologous pairs of chromosomes move to opposite poles of the cell.

Chromosomes synthesize additional DNA for replication.

Nuclei are reformed and cytokinesis occurs.

Homologous pairs of chromosomes line up and form tetrads. (correct)

What characterizes Metaphase I in meiosis?

Homologous chromosomes are aligned at the equatorial plate. (correct)

Chromosomes line up independently along the equatorial plate.

Nuclei dissolve and spindle fibers form.

Sister chromatids are separated and move to opposite poles.

During which phase of meiosis do homologous chromosomes migrate to opposite poles?

Prophase I

Metaphase II

Anaphase I (correct)

Telophase I

What is the result of Telophase I in meiosis?

Each daughter cell possesses a haploid number of chromosomes. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between Meiosis II and Mitosis?

Meiosis II produces four unique haploid cells while Mitosis produces two identical diploid cells. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the total duration of the cell cycle?

Approximately 24 hours (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which phase involves the synthesis of RNA and regulatory proteins essential for DNA replication?

G1 phase (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of mitosis in the cell cycle?

To divide and produce two genetically identical daughter cells (A) Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does DNA duplication occur?

S phase (A) Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

Preparation for mitosis (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is Karyokinesis?

The division of the nucleus (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a stage of mitosis?

G2 phase (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of meiosis compared to mitosis?

It reduces the chromosome number by half (B) Signup and view all the answers

What happens during telophase of mitosis?

Spindle fibers disappear and the nucleus reconstitutes. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of meiosis?

To reduce the chromosome number and create gametes. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which event marks the beginning of anaphase?

Sister chromatids pull apart and move to opposite poles. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes meiosis I compared to meiosis II?

Meiosis I is a reductional division reducing chromosome number. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the outcome for each daughter cell after mitosis?

They are genetically identical to each other. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What occurs immediately after prophase in mitosis?

The cell enters metaphase. (B) Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does the nuclear envelope reform?

Telophase (D) Signup and view all the answers

What describes the chromosomes at the start of metaphase?

They become maximally condensed and aligned at the equator. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cell Cycle

The cell cycle is a series of events that prepare a cell for division into two daughter cells.
Cell multiplication occurs through the division of existing cells.
Cell multiplication is a key feature in embryonic development and is essential for growth and replacing dead cells after birth.
Daughter cells need to have chromosomes with identical numbers and genetic content to the parent cell.
Mitosis is a type of cell division.
Meiosis consists of two successive divisions (first and second).
In meiosis, the number of chromosomes is reduced to half the normal number.
Genetic information in various gametes produced during meiosis is not identical.

Cell Cycle Stages

The cell cycle is divided into two major events:
- Interphase: A long period of time that includes growth and DNA replication.
  - Cells increase in size during Interphase.
  - Cells replicate their genetic material during Interphase.
- Mitosis: A shorter period, where the cell divides its nucleus first, then the cytoplasm, producing two daughter cells.
  - Cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm
  - Cells may permanently cease mitosis (e.g., muscle and nerve cells).
  - Cells that leave the cell cycle are in a stable phase (G0 phase) or a resting stage.

Interphase

Interphase is subdivided into three phases:
- G1 (Gap 1) phase: synthesis of macromolecules essential for DNA replication; cell volume is restored to normal; nucleoli are re-established, and centrioles begin to duplicate.
- S (Synthesis) phase: DNA is duplicated (autosomal cells double DNA amount from 2n to 4n); all necessary required nucleoproteins are manufactured, and integrated with DNA into chromatin; cell contains twice the normal amount of DNA.
- G2 (Gap 2) phase: the cells undergo preparation for mitosis, synthesize RNA and proteins essential for cell division, stored energy for mitosis, and synthesize tubulin to assemble microtubules required for mitosis.

Mitosis

Mitosis (M) occurs at the conclusion of the G2 phase, completing the cell cycle.
Mitosis is the division of the nucleus.
Cytokinesis follows karyokinesis, which is the division of the cytoplasm.
Mitosis is divided into four stages: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase

Meiosis

Meiosis is a special type of cell division resulting in the formation of gametes (sperm or ovum).
Meiosis reduces the chromosome number from diploid (2n) to haploid (1n).
Meiosis begins at the conclusion of interphase and produces germ cells (ova and sperm).
Meiosis results in two crucial outcomes:
- Reduction of chromosome number from diploid (2n) to haploid (1n)
- Genetic recombination to ensure genetic variability and diversity.
Meiosis is divided into two main stages (Meiosis I and II).

Meiosis I (Reductional Division)

Separate homologous pairs of chromosomes and reduce the number from diploid to haploid.
The DNA amount is doubled to 4n but the chromosome number remains at 2n (46 chromosomes).
Divided into Prophase I, Metaphase I, Anaphase I, and Telophase I
- Prophase I: homologous chromosomes line up, synapse, form tetrads, and exchange genetic material (crossing over).
- Metaphase I: homologous chromosomes line up at the metaphase plate.
- Anaphase I: homologous chromosomes separate and move to opposite poles.
- Telophase I: nuclear envelopes reform, cytoplasm divides, and the two resulting cells (each with 23 chromosomes) are separated.

Meiosis II (Equational Division)

Similar to mitosis, resulting in four haploid daughter cells, each with a single set of chromosomes.

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This quiz covers the essential aspects of the cell cycle, including the processes of mitosis and meiosis. It highlights the significance of cell division in growth and development, as well as the stages involved in the cell cycle. Assess your knowledge of how cells replicate and divide to maintain genetic integrity.