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During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur?
- S Phase (correct)
- G1 Phase
- G2 Phase
- M Phase
The G0 phase is a period of active cell growth and division.
The G0 phase is a period of active cell growth and division.
False (B)
What is the main event that occurs during the M phase of the cell cycle?
What is the main event that occurs during the M phase of the cell cycle?
Cell division
The stage where the nucleolus begins to disappear is the __ phase.
The stage where the nucleolus begins to disappear is the __ phase.
Match the phases of mitosis with their descriptions:
Match the phases of mitosis with their descriptions:
What is the immediate outcome of M phase in the cell cycle?
What is the immediate outcome of M phase in the cell cycle?
Cytokinesis is part of the M phase and involves the division of the cytoplasm.
Cytokinesis is part of the M phase and involves the division of the cytoplasm.
During what phase of the cell cycle are organelles and proteins synthesized?
During what phase of the cell cycle are organelles and proteins synthesized?
Chromosomes condense during the ______ phase of mitosis.
Chromosomes condense during the ______ phase of mitosis.
Which of the following best describes the key event in Anaphase?
Which of the following best describes the key event in Anaphase?
The G1 phase is primarily for DNA synthesis.
The G1 phase is primarily for DNA synthesis.
What is the role of the centrosomes during the S phase?
What is the role of the centrosomes during the S phase?
The process of genetic material condensing happens during the ______ phase.
The process of genetic material condensing happens during the ______ phase.
Match each phase with its key process:
Match each phase with its key process:
Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by cells pausing or exiting the cycle, often described as a 'waiting' period?
Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by cells pausing or exiting the cycle, often described as a 'waiting' period?
Telophase is the first phase of mitosis.
Telophase is the first phase of mitosis.
What happens to the genetic material during metaphase?
What happens to the genetic material during metaphase?
The division of the cytoplasm, known as ______, typically follows telophase.
The division of the cytoplasm, known as ______, typically follows telophase.
What is the primary activity during the G2 (Gap 2) phase of the cell cycle?
What is the primary activity during the G2 (Gap 2) phase of the cell cycle?
Match the cell cycle phase to its description
Match the cell cycle phase to its description
Flashcards
Cell Cycle
Cell Cycle
A series of stages a cell goes through, including growth, DNA replication, and division, to produce new cells.
G1 Phase
G1 Phase
Cell growth, nucleolus starts to disappear, and genetic material condenses.
G0 Phase
G0 Phase
Mature cells enter a "waiting" period; cells can return to the cycle.
S Phase
S Phase
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G2 Phase
G2 Phase
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M Phase
M Phase
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Prophase
Prophase
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Metaphase
Metaphase
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Anaphase
Anaphase
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Telophase
Telophase
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Cytokenisis
Cytokenisis
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Study Notes
- Cellular cycle
Phases
- Includes M, G1, G0, S, G2 phases
Phase M
- Includes 5 sub-phases
- Generates two genetically identical cells
Phase G1
- Involves cell growth.
- Nucleolus starts to disappear
- Genetic material condenses
Phase G0
- Mature cells enter a "waiting" period
- Includes mother cells
- There's no cellular growth, but some cells can re-enter the cycle
Phase S
- Genetic material and centrosomes duplicate
Phase G2
- Represents the second growth phase.
- Involves synthesis of organelles and proteins
- Includes organization of cellular components
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