Cell Cycle

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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 (M).

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What occurs during the G1 phase of the cell cycle?

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During the G1 phase, the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.

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What happens during the S phase of the cell cycle?

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During the S phase, DNA is replicated, resulting in two copies of each chromosome.

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What is the G2 phase responsible for?

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The G2 phase involves further growth and preparation for mitosis, including the synthesis of proteins necessary for cell division.

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of nuclear division that results in two identical daughter nuclei.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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What is interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell spends most of its time, consisting of G1, S, and G2 phases.

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How do checkpoints function in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints are control mechanisms that ensure the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase of the cell cycle.

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What is the significance of the M phase in the cell cycle?

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The M phase is significant because it includes both mitosis and cytokinesis, leading to the formation of two daughter cells.

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What role does the nucleus play during the cell cycle?

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The nucleus contains the cell's genetic material and is involved in its replication and distribution during cell division.