The Cell Cycle

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the cell cycle?
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The cell cycle is the series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and replication. It consists of interphase and the mitotic phase.
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NGSS.HS-LS1-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What are the main stages of the cell cycle?
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The main stages of the cell cycle are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and the Mitotic phase (Mitosis and Cytokinesis).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What occurs during interphase?
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During interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis. It consists of G1 (growth), S (DNA synthesis), and G2 (preparation for mitosis).
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is mitosis?
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Mitosis is the process of cell division where one cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells. It includes prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and telophase.
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NGSS.HS-LS1-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens during prophase?
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During prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the spindle apparatus begins to form.
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NGSS.HS-LS1-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens during metaphase?
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During metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens during anaphase?
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During anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell by the spindle fibers.
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NGSS.HS-LS1-4
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