Unit 3 Test review - Cell Division

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What is the purpose of DNA replication before cell division?

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To ensure that genetic information is transferred into daughter cells.

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What phase of the cell cycle is characterized by cell growth and preparation for mitosis?

Back

Interphase

Front

During which phase of mitosis do sister chromatids separate and move to opposite ends of the cell?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What phase of mitosis is characterized by the alignment of chromosomes in the center of the cell?

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Metaphase

Front

List the correct order of events in the cell cycle: DNA replication, cell growth, cell prepares for mitosis, cell divides.

Back

Cell grows, DNA replicates, cell prepares for mitosis, cell divides.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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What is meiosis?

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Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse gametes.

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Define interphase.

Back

Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication and growth.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.