Cell Division and the Cell Cycle
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What is the main purpose of cell division?

  • To distribute genetic information evenly
  • To create new cells for growth and reproduction (correct)
  • To divide the cytoplasm and organelles
  • To condense chromatin into chromosomes
  • What is the sequence of events in the cell cycle?

  • Interphase, Mitosis, Cytokinesis (correct)
  • Cytokinesis, Interphase, Mitosis
  • Interphase, Cytokinesis, Mitosis
  • Mitosis, Cytokinesis, Interphase
  • What is the relationship between chromatin and chromosomes?

  • Chromatin and chromosomes are the same thing
  • Chromatin is a part of chromosomes
  • Chromosomes are made up of chromatin (correct)
  • They have no relationship to each other
  • What are homologous chromosomes?

    <p>Chromosomes that come from each parent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between chromatids and chromosomes?

    <p>Chromatids are parts of chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many pairs of chromosomes do human somatic cells have?

    <p>23 pairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of interphase in the cell cycle?

    <p>To prepare the cell for division by growing and replicating DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about cytokinesis is correct?

    <p>It involves the distribution of cytoplasm and organelles into daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between chromatin and chromosomes?

    <p>Chromatin is the DNA and proteins that make up chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During mitosis, what is the structure that holds the sister chromatids together?

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

    What is the significance of homologous chromosomes in human somatic cells?

    <p>They carry the same genetic information from both parents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase of the cell cycle do chromosomes become visible as distinct structures?

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

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