The Cell Cycle

Front

What opens the DNA strand and brings matching nucleotides to build new strands during DNA replication?

Back

Enzymes

Front

What is the longest stage of the cell cycle called?

Back

Interphase

Front

In which phase do chromosomes align in the center of the cell and spindle fibers attach to centromeres?

Back

Metaphase

Front

During which phase of Interphase does a cell have the least amount of DNA?

Back

G1 Phase

Front

Which of the following is not part of interphase: G2, M, G1, S?

Back

M

Front

What is the process called when a cell divides its cytoplasm to form two daughter cells?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

What phase follows Metaphase in the cell cycle?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where DNA is replicated?

Back

S Phase

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during cell division?

Back

To help separate chromosomes during Anaphase.

Front

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

Back

To allow the cell to grow and prepare for DNA replication.