Cell Cycle & 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 mitosis.

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What are the main phases of the cell cycle?

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The main phases are Interphase (G1, S, G2) and Mitosis (Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase).

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What occurs during Interphase?

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

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells.

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What happens during Prophase?

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During Prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What occurs during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes line up at the cell's equator and spindle fibers attach to their centromeres.

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What happens during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite sides of the cell.

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What is Telophase?

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Telophase is the final stage of mitosis where the chromosomes de-condense, and the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process where the cytoplasm of a parent cell divides into two daughter cells after mitosis.

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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The purpose of mitosis is for growth and repair of tissues in an organism.