Cell Cycle

Front

What occurs during the S stage of interphase?

Back

The DNA is replicated.

Front

What is the longest phase of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase.

Front

What is the process called when the cytoplasm divides and two new cells are formed?

Back

Cytokinesis.

Front

What is uncontrolled cell division that usually leads to tumors and disease called?

Back

Cancer.

Front

During which part of the cell cycle is DNA copied?

Back

S phase.

Front

What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

Front

What is the purpose of interphase in the cell cycle?

Back

To prepare the cell for division by growing and replicating its DNA.

Front

What happens during the G1 phase of interphase?

Back

The cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

Front

What is the role of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?

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The cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis.

Front

What is mitosis?

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The process of nuclear division that results in two daughter nuclei with identical genetic material.