10/31 Cell Cycle REVIEW #2

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What are the two resulting cells in mitosis?

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Identical to the starting cell and identical to each other.

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What is the last phase of mitosis called?

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Telophase.

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What is the process called that divides the cytoplasm after mitosis?

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Cytokinesis.

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Why is metaphase important?

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The DNA lines up so exact copies can be pulled to each side.

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What is the primary purpose of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

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Cell growth and preparation for DNA synthesis.

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What is mitosis?

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The process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What happens during prophase?

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

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What occurs during anaphase?

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

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What is cytokinesis?

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The division of the cytoplasm that results in two separate cells.