Mitosis and Cell Cycle

Front

What is the purpose of mitosis?

Back

To allow cells to divide for growth, repair, and renewal.

Front

What is the division of the cytoplasm called?

Back

Cytokinesis.

Front

Put the following stages of the cell cycle in order: G2, S, G1, M.

Back

G1, S, G2, M.

Front

The cell spends most of its life in ________________.

Back

Interphase.

Front

What stage of mitosis is characterized by chromosomes lining up in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase.

Front

What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (M).

Front

What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

Back

DNA replication occurs.

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

They help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

Front

What is the difference between mitosis and cytokinesis?

Back

Mitosis is the division of the nucleus, while cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm.

Front

What occurs during prophase?

Back

Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.