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What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?
What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?
- The cell replicates its DNA.
- The cell ensures it is ready for DNA replication. (correct)
- The cell prepares for cell signaling processes.
- The cell divides into two daughter cells.
What can happen to a cell that is not ready to proceed in the G1 phase?
What can happen to a cell that is not ready to proceed in the G1 phase?
- It can enter the G0 phase temporarily. (correct)
- It will immediately enter the S phase.
- It will start replicating its chromosomes.
- It will leave the cell cycle permanently.
What is the primary purpose of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?
What is the primary purpose of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?
- To ensure DNA and other components are properly duplicated. (correct)
- To replicate the centrosomes.
- To begin the process of mitosis.
- To synthesize proteins for cell division.
Which statement about the S phase is true?
Which statement about the S phase is true?
What occurs at the G1 checkpoint of the cell cycle?
What occurs at the G1 checkpoint of the cell cycle?
What is a characteristic of the G0 phase?
What is a characteristic of the G0 phase?
Which checkpoint is responsible for ensuring that DNA replication has been completed?
Which checkpoint is responsible for ensuring that DNA replication has been completed?
How do cells generally respond when a chromosome is misplaced during the M phase?
How do cells generally respond when a chromosome is misplaced during the M phase?
What primarily indicates that a cell has completed the S phase?
What primarily indicates that a cell has completed the S phase?
Which internal factor influences the decision at the G1 checkpoint?
Which internal factor influences the decision at the G1 checkpoint?
During which phase does the cell have its final chance to grow before mitosis?
During which phase does the cell have its final chance to grow before mitosis?
What happens to some cells that enter the G0 phase?
What happens to some cells that enter the G0 phase?
What is the primary role of checkpoint proteins during the cell cycle?
What is the primary role of checkpoint proteins during the cell cycle?
Which checkpoint is primarily concerned with the integrity of DNA?
Which checkpoint is primarily concerned with the integrity of DNA?
What do cells primarily look for during the M checkpoint?
What do cells primarily look for during the M checkpoint?
Which of the following is NOT a factor evaluated at the G1 checkpoint?
Which of the following is NOT a factor evaluated at the G1 checkpoint?
What is the role of cyclin-dependent kinases (Cdks) in the cell cycle?
What is the role of cyclin-dependent kinases (Cdks) in the cell cycle?
Why is the regulation of the cell cycle important?
Why is the regulation of the cell cycle important?
What happens to cyclins after the cell progresses to the next phase?
What happens to cyclins after the cell progresses to the next phase?
What triggers the increases in the concentration of cyclin proteins?
What triggers the increases in the concentration of cyclin proteins?
What characterizes the synthesis and degradation cycle of cyclins?
What characterizes the synthesis and degradation cycle of cyclins?
What is a necessary condition for Cyclin-Dependent Protein Kinases (Cdks) to activate?
What is a necessary condition for Cyclin-Dependent Protein Kinases (Cdks) to activate?
What consequence might occur due to a non-functioning cell cycle regulator?
What consequence might occur due to a non-functioning cell cycle regulator?
How are Cyclins named?
How are Cyclins named?
What is the primary function of cyclins in the cell cycle?
What is the primary function of cyclins in the cell cycle?
How do Rb, p53, and p21 proteins primarily function in the cell cycle?
How do Rb, p53, and p21 proteins primarily function in the cell cycle?
What happens to a cyclin after it has activated a CDK and triggered a cell cycle event?
What happens to a cyclin after it has activated a CDK and triggered a cell cycle event?
What role does p53 play when damaged DNA is detected in a cell?
What role does p53 play when damaged DNA is detected in a cell?
What triggers the production of p21 in response to stress in cells?
What triggers the production of p21 in response to stress in cells?
What is a consequence of malfunctioning regulatory proteins like p53 in cells?
What is a consequence of malfunctioning regulatory proteins like p53 in cells?
Which of the following describes the action of p21 in the cell cycle?
Which of the following describes the action of p21 in the cell cycle?
Which phase of the cell cycle are Rb, p53, and p21 primarily involved in regulating?
Which phase of the cell cycle are Rb, p53, and p21 primarily involved in regulating?
What role do spindle fibers play during metaphase?
What role do spindle fibers play during metaphase?
What occurs during anaphase?
What occurs during anaphase?
What is the primary difference between cytokinesis in animal and plant cells?
What is the primary difference between cytokinesis in animal and plant cells?
Which of the following correctly describes meiosis I?
Which of the following correctly describes meiosis I?
What is interkinesis?
What is interkinesis?
What happens during prophase I of meiosis?
What happens during prophase I of meiosis?
What identifies telophase in mitosis?
What identifies telophase in mitosis?
What characterizes meiosis II?
What characterizes meiosis II?
Study Notes
Cell Cycle Phases
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Interphase: Divided into G1, S, G2, and G0 phases, where the majority of a cell's life is spent.
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G1 Phase:
- Cell evaluates internal and external conditions for DNA replication.
- Cells can enter G0 phase if conditions are not suitable, potentially for extended periods.
- Major checkpoint determines if the cell is ready to proceed to S phase.
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S Phase:
- DNA replication occurs, resulting in double the number of chromosomes.
- Continued cell growth and synthesis of proteins/enzyme important for DNA synthesis.
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G2 Phase:
- Serves as a safety checkpoint after DNA replication and before mitosis.
- Ensures all DNA and intracellular components are duplicated correctly, allowing for final cell growth.
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G0 Phase:
- Quiescent stage where cells are inactive and may remain until stimulated to re-enter the cycle.
- Some cells, like cardiac muscle and nerve cells, can remain in G0 permanently.
Checkpoints and Cell Cycle Regulation
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G1 Checkpoint:
- Assesses size, nutrient availability, molecular signals, and DNA integrity.
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G2 Checkpoint:
- Checks for DNA damage and completion of DNA replication.
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M Checkpoint (Spindle Checkpoint):
- Ensures proper attachment of sister chromatids to spindle fibers before proceeding to anaphase.
- Prevents progression if chromosomes are misaligned or unattached.
Regulation of the Cell Cycle
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Positive Regulation:
- Involves cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (Cdks) to promote progression through checkpoints.
- Cyclin levels fluctuate predictably; they activate Cdks, which then phosphorylate target proteins to initiate specific cell cycle events.
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Negative Regulation:
- Tumor suppressor proteins like Retinoblastoma (Rb), p53, and p21 halt progression if issues are detected.
- p53 binds to damaged DNA, stops the cycle, and can trigger apoptosis if damage is irreparable.
- p21 inhibits Cdk activity in response to elevated p53 levels, preventing entry into S phase.
Mitosis Phases
- Metaphase:
- Spindle fibers align chromosomes at the spindle equator.
- Anaphase:
- Centromeres split, chromatids separate, moving to opposite poles.
- Telophase:
- Chromosomes de-condense, nuclear envelope reforms, and nucleolus organizes.
- Cytokinesis:
- In animals, a contractile ring forms to cleave the cell; in plants, a cell plate develops to divide cells.
Meiosis
- Minimizes chromosome sets from diploid to haploid over two rounds of division.
- The sequence mirrors mitosis: prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase occurs in both meiosis I and II.
- Prophase I:
- Chromosomes condense and homologous chromosomes pair (synapsis) forming tetrads.
- Genetic recombination can occur through exchange of genetic material between non-sister chromatids.
Summary
- Proper regulation and checkpoints throughout the cell cycle ensure organismal health and prevention of tumorigenesis.
- Meiosis serves to produce gametes with genetic diversity through recombination and independent assortment.
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Test your knowledge on the phases of the cell cycle, focusing specifically on Interphase and the G1 phase. Understand how cells evaluate their environment and readiness for DNA replication. This quiz explores key concepts and mechanisms that govern cell behavior during the cycle.
