Mitosis and the Cell Cycle Quiz
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What is the main outcome of cell division by mitosis?

  • Cells with different numbers of chromosomes
  • Cells with half the number of chromosomes
  • Genetically identical cells (correct)
  • Cells with completely different genetic material

    • When does DNA replication occur in the cell cycle?

  • During the S phase of interphase (correct)
  • During anaphase of mitosis
  • During prophase of mitosis
  • During telophase of mitosis

    • Which stage is specific to plant cells in the process of mitosis?

  • Preprophase (correct)
  • Metaphase
  • Anaphase
  • Prometaphase

    • What is the purpose of cytokinesis in mitosis?

    <p>To divide the cytoplasm and organelles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of cell division by mitosis?

    <p>Genetically identical daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main outcome of cell division by mitosis?

    <p>Genetically identical cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does DNA replication occur in the cell cycle?

    <p>During the S phase of interphase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of telophase and cytokinesis in mitosis?

    <p>To divide the cytoplasm and create two new cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage of mitosis is specific to plant cells?

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

    What is the overall result of the mitotic phase (M phase) of the cell cycle?

    <p>Division of the mother cell into genetically identical daughter cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

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