Mitosis & Cell Cycle

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What does the 'M' stand for in the Cell Cycle?

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Mitosis

Front

What happens at the S phase of the Cell Cycle?

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DNA replication

Front

What acronym can you use for the phases of mitosis?

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PMAT

Front

What is the consequence of uncontrolled mitosis (cell division)?

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Cancer

Front

Which phase of the Cell Cycle is specifically known for cell division?

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Mitosis

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What are the main phases of the Cell Cycle?

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Interphase and Mitosis

Front

What is interphase?

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The phase of the Cell Cycle where the cell grows and DNA is replicated.

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What occurs during prophase in mitosis?

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Chromatin condenses into chromosomes and the nuclear envelope breaks down.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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They help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What happens during metaphase?

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Chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane.