Cell Growth and Division

Front

What is the ideal size of a cell for efficiency?

Back

Small

Front

What do DNA strands form when a cell is dividing?

Back

Chromosomes

Front

What do we call the cells formed when a parent cell divides?

Back

Daughter cells

Front

What is the process called when the cytoplasm splits to form two new cells?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

In which phase does the cell spend the majority of its time (90%)?

Back

Interphase

Front

What is the phase of cell division where chromosomes are aligned in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the term for the division of the nucleus during cell division?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the role of the cell cycle in cell growth and division?

Back

To regulate the process of cell division and ensure proper growth.

Front

What are the two main types of cell division?

Back

Mitosis and Meiosis

Front

What is the significance of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

Back

To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase.