Fall Semester Final Review

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What is the order of structures from largest to smallest?

Back

chromosome, DNA strand, gene, nucleotide

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What is the process of assembling proteins via instructions from DNA called?

Back

Protein synthesis

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What is the result of the cell cycle?

Back

Two identical cells

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What phase of mitosis involves the condensation of chromatin and formation of spindle fibers?

Back

Prophase

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What phase of mitosis involves the formation of two new nuclei and disappearance of chromosomes?

Back

Telophase

Front

What is a chromosome?

Back

A structure made of DNA and proteins that contains genetic information.

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What is a gene?

Back

A segment of DNA that contains the instructions for making a specific protein.

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What is a nucleotide?

Back

The basic building block of DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

To help separate chromosomes and pull them to opposite sides of the cell.

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What occurs during metaphase?

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Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell and spindle fibers attach to their centromeres.