Cell Cycle & Mitosis Review

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through to grow and divide, including interphase and mitotic phase.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase) followed by Cytokinesis.

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What happens during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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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 the role of centrioles in animal cells?

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Centrioles help in the formation of the mitotic spindle during cell division.

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How do plant cells differ from animal cells during mitosis?

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Plant cells form a cell plate during cytokinesis, while animal cells form a cleavage furrow.

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What is the significance of DNA replication before mitosis?

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DNA replication ensures that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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What would happen if a cell undergoes mitosis without DNA replication?

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The daughter cells would only have half the required DNA, leading to malfunction.

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What is the function of the mitotic spindle?

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The mitotic spindle is responsible for separating chromosomes during mitosis.

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What is cytokinesis?

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