Which part of the cell cycle is the cheek cell experiencing? Which evidence supports viruses as nonliving?
Understand the Problem
The questions are asking about the cell cycle phase of a cheek cell and the characteristics that classify viruses as nonliving. The first question focuses on recognizing the cell's phase based on its appearance under a microscope, while the second question requires selecting evidence that supports a classification between bacteria and viruses.
Answer
The cheek cell is in metaphase. Viruses are nonliving due to lacking cellular structure and glucose breakdown ability.
The cheek cell is in metaphase because the chromosomes are all lined up in the center of the cell. Viruses are considered nonliving because they lack a cellular structure and cannot break down glucose.
Answer for screen readers
The cheek cell is in metaphase because the chromosomes are all lined up in the center of the cell. Viruses are considered nonliving because they lack a cellular structure and cannot break down glucose.
More Information
During metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's center, key for chromosome separation in anaphase. Viruses, lacking cell structures and metabolism (like glucose breakdown), don't meet criteria for life.
Tips
When determining cell cycle phases, focus on chromosome arrangements. Avoid confusing lack of cellular structure with lack of genetic material for viruses.
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