Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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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 of the cell cycle are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and the Mitotic phase (Mitosis and Cytokinesis).

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What occurs during Interphase?

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

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What is Mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of nuclear division in which a single cell divides to produce two identical daughter cells.

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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 cells.

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What happens during the G1 phase?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows in size and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.

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What happens during the S phase?

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During the S phase, DNA replication occurs, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What happens during the G2 phase?

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During the G2 phase, the cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis by producing necessary proteins and organelles.

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What is cancer in relation to the cell cycle?

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Cancer is the uncontrolled growth of cells that can lead to the formation of tumors due to disruptions in the normal cell cycle.

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What is apoptosis?

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Apoptosis is the process of programmed cell death that occurs in multicellular organisms.