Introduction to Cell Division and DNA
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Introduction to Cell Division and DNA

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How many total chromosomes does a potato have?

  • 12
  • 24 (correct)
  • 36
  • 78

    • What defines a haploid cell?

  • It contains only coding DNA.
  • It has a single copy of each chromosome. (correct)
  • It contains two copies of each chromosome.
  • It has one maternal and one paternal chromosome.

    • What is the relationship between genome size and complexity of an organism?

  • All complex organisms have large genomes.
  • Larger genome size indicates greater complexity.
  • Genome size is not related to complexity. (correct)
  • Smaller genome size indicates greater complexity.

    • Which type of cell is a gamete?

    <p>Haploid cell</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of human DNA codes for proteins?

    <p>2%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which step of DNA replication do strands separate?

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

    What describes duplicated DNA?

    <p>It results in sister chromatids.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of free nucleotides during DNA replication?

    <p>They base-pair with existing strands.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct sequence of the three main steps of cell division?

    <p>DNA replication, Mitosis, Cytokinesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of histones in relation to DNA?

    <p>To keep DNA from getting tangled</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following nucleotide pairs is complementary in DNA?

    <p>Adenine and Thymine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many total chromosomes do humans have?

    <p>46</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a genome?

    <p>The complete collection of an organism's genetic information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes a gene?

    <p>It contains information necessary for producing a protein</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the structure of DNA?

    <p>It consists of two chains of nucleotides linked together forming a double helix</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of cytokinesis during cell division?

    <p>To divide the cytoplasm into two daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the S phase of interphase?

    <p>The cell prepares for mitosis by replicating its chromosomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which stage of mitosis do sister chromatids separate?

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

    What is the outcome of cytokinesis?

    <p>The cell membrane pinches to form two separate daughter cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What signifies the end of mitosis?

    <p>The unraveling of chromosomes and formation of nuclear envelopes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which phase do daughter cells enter after cytokinesis?

    <p>G1 phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many chromosomes do daughter cells contain after mitosis if the parent cell had 4 unreplicated chromosomes?

    <p>4 unreplicated chromosomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the role of ribosomes?

    <p>Ribosomes facilitate protein synthesis in the cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs at the beginning of interphase?

    <p>Cellular activities resume after division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cancer treatment involves the use of extreme cold to destroy cancerous tissue?

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

    What is the main purpose of immunotherapy in cancer treatment?

    <p>To prevent cancer proteins from binding with t-cell receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which treatment option involves cutting through cancerous tissue with precision?

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

    How does hyperthermia function as a cancer treatment?

    <p>It destroys cancer cells using extreme heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one effect of radiation on cells?

    <p>It can alter mitochondrial DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of proto-oncogenes in cell division?

    <p>They promote cell division.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which phase does the separation of sister chromatids occur?

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

    What is formed when vesicles accumulate near the metaphase plate?

    <p>Cell plate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically allows unchecked cell division in cancer cells?

    <p>Mutated proto-oncogenes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to genes that inhibit abnormal cell growth?

    <p>Tumor suppressor genes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many mutations are usually needed for a cell to become cancerous?

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

    What happens to the newly formed cell plate during cytokinesis?

    <p>It fuses with the parent plasma membrane.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What phase of the cell cycle involves DNA replication and cell growth?

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

    Study Notes

    Introduction to Cell Division

    • Cells originate from other cells.
    • Cell division is essential for growth and replacement of old cells.
    • The process involves three key steps: DNA replication, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

    Introduction to DNA

    • DNA (Deoxyribonucleic acid) is the primary information carrier in living organisms.
    • It's composed of two chains of nucleotides, forming a double helix structure.
    • A nucleotide consists of a nitrogenous base, a five-carbon sugar (ribose), and a phosphate molecule.
    • Base pairs are complementary: Adenine pairs with Thymine, and Guanine pairs with Cytosine.

    Chromosomes

    • A gene is a specific DNA segment encoding information for protein production.
    • Chromatin is a linear DNA strand wrapped around histone proteins for organization.
    • Histones are proteins that prevent DNA tangling.
    • Chromosomes are compact DNA strands.
    • The genome is the complete collection of an organism's genetic information.
    • A karyotype is a visual arrangement of chromosomes.
    • Humans have 23 pairs of chromosomes (46 total).
    • The size of an organism's genome does not directly correlate to its complexity.

    Percentage of Coding DNA

    • A significant portion of DNA in many organisms does not code for proteins and has unknown functions.
    • Only 2% of human DNA codes for proteins.

    DNA Replication

    • DNA replication begins with the unwinding of the DNA molecule.
    • New DNA nucleotides then pair with each single DNA strand, forming a new double helix.
    • This results in a duplicated chromosome consisting of sister chromatids.

    The Cell Cycle

    • The cell cycle includes interphase and mitosis.
    • Interphase is further divided into G1, S phase, and G2.
    • During the S phase, DNA replication occurs.

    Mitosis and Cytokinesis

    • Mitosis is the process of nuclear and chromosome division.
    • Cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm to form two daughter cells.
    • Daughter cells inherit the same chromosome set as the parent cell.
    • Mitosis stages include: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, and cytokinesis.

    Cancer Cells

    • Cancer results from uncontrolled cell multiplication and invasion of surrounding tissues.
    • It is caused by mutations in genes that regulate cell division.
    • Proto-oncogenes promote cell division, while tumor suppressor genes inhibit abnormal growth.
    • Multiple mutations are typically needed for a cell to become cancerous.

    Cancer Treatments

    • Surgery: removal of cancerous cells or tumors.
    • Cryosurgery: using extreme cold to destroy cancerous tissue.
    • Hyperthermia: using extreme heat to damage cancerous cells.
    • Lasers: precision lasers to cut through cancerous tissue.
    • Immunotherapy: using drugs to target and block cancer proteins, allowing immune cells to destroy cancer cells.
    • Radiation therapy: using external or internal radiation to damage and kill cancerous cells.

    Cancer in Our World

    • Cancer is explored by researchers and scientists to understand the causes, prevention, and treatment of this disease.

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