Cell Cycle and 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 (G1, S, G2) and mitosis (M).

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What happens during interphase?

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

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What is chromatin?

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Chromatin is the form of DNA in the nucleus when the cell is not dividing, allowing for gene expression and DNA replication.

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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, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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List the stages of the cell cycle in order.

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G1, S, G2, M.

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List the stages of mitosis in order.

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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Why is metaphase important?

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Metaphase is important because the chromosomes line up in the center of the cell, ensuring that each daughter cell will receive an exact copy of the DNA.

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What occurs during prophase?

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During prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear membrane breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What happens during anaphase?

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

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What is the result of mitosis?

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The result of mitosis is two identical daughter cells that are identical to the original parent cell.