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During which phase of the cell cycle does cell division occur?
During which phase of the cell cycle does cell division occur?
- G1 phase
- Mitotic phase (correct)
- Interphase
- S phase
What is the function of cell division?
What is the function of cell division?
- To pack DNA into chromosomes
- To organize DNA into linear chromosomes
- To duplicate the genetic material
- To ensure each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the genetic material (correct)
How is DNA organized in a eukaryotic cell?
How is DNA organized in a eukaryotic cell?
- Into several linear chromosomes (correct)
- Into a single, circular DNA molecule
- Into an average prokaryotic cell
- Into a prokaryotic cell
How much more DNA does an average eukaryotic cell have compared to an average prokaryotic cell?
How much more DNA does an average eukaryotic cell have compared to an average prokaryotic cell?
What is the purpose of duplicating the genetic material before cell division?
What is the purpose of duplicating the genetic material before cell division?