Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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What happens during prophase of mitosis?

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The nuclear envelope breaks down and spindle fibers begin to form.

Front

What is the longest stage of the cell cycle?

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Interphase.

Front

What is the process of nuclear division called?

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Mitosis.

Front

What is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equator?

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Metaphase.

Front

What structure is responsible for separating chromosomes during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers.

Front

What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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Interphase, mitosis, and cytokinesis.

Front

What occurs during anaphase?

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the role of the centrioles during mitosis?

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Centrioles help organize the spindle fibers.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two daughter cells.

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What is the significance of the G1 phase in interphase?

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It is the first gap phase where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.