20-02.2024 Cell Cycle Phases Quiz

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During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?

  • M phase
  • G1 phase
  • S phase (correct)
  • G2 phase

In which phase do sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles of the cell?

  • Metaphase
  • Telophase
  • Anaphase (correct)
  • Prophase

Which phase involves the division of the cytoplasm to produce two daughter cells?

  • Cytokinesis (correct)
  • G2 phase
  • Prometaphase
  • Prophase

What happens during mitosis?

<p>Chromosomes align at the metaphase plate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase involves the nuclear envelope beginning to disintegrate?

<p>Prophase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

<p>Cell growth and normal functions (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?

<p>To ensure DNA replication has occurred correctly (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the cell cycle involves the condensation of chromosomes and the beginning of their visibility?

<p>Prophase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during metaphase of mitosis in the M phase of the cell cycle?

<p>Chromosomes align at the equatorial plate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication take place?

<p>S phase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of anaphase in mitosis?

<p>Sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the cell cycle involves the breakdown of the nuclear envelope and attachment of spindle fibers to chromatids?

<p>Prometaphase (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the S phase in the cell cycle?

<p>DNA replication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which sub-phase of interphase does the cell grow and prepare to replicate its DNA?

<p>G1 phase (Gap 1) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during telophase of mitosis in the M phase of the cell cycle?

<p>Chromosomes de-condense and nuclear envelopes re-form (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which phase of the cell cycle do sister chromatids separate and move towards opposite poles of the cell?

<p>Anaphase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?

<p>Preparation for division and DNA replication check (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which stage of mitosis do chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plate?

<p>Metaphase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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