Cell Cycle

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What is the cell cycle?

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The regular sequence of growth and division that cells undergo.

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What do plant cells create during the cell cycle due to their rigidity?

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A cell plate.

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What is the primary purpose of the cell cycle in organisms?

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To grow.

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Why is DNA replication important during the cell cycle?

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To ensure that daughter cells are genetically identical to the parent cells.

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What are the main stages of the cell cycle?

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Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

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What happens during interphase?

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The cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for division.

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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 is cytokinesis?

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The final stage of the cell cycle where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next stage.

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What is the difference between plant and animal cell division?

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Plant cells form a cell plate, while animal cells pinch inwards to divide.