Cell Cycle

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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 happens during DNA Replication?

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DNA copies itself to ensure that each new cell has the same genetic information.

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What is Mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division where one cell divides to form two identical daughter cells.

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What are Daughter Cells?

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Daughter cells are the two identical cells that result from the division of a single parent cell.

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What is Interphase?

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Interphase is the longest phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What occurs 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 is Metaphase?

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Metaphase is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell before being separated.

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What happens during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends 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 that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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