UNIT 5 REVIEW: Cell Cycle

Front

What occurs during G1 phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The cell grows and develops.

Front

What does NOT happen during interphase?

Back

Cell division.

Front

Which phase of mitosis is characterized by the reappearance of the nuclear envelope and nucleoli?

Back

Telophase.

Front

What is the third phase of mitosis in which sister chromatids are pulled apart?

Back

Anaphase.

Front

During which portion of interphase are copies of organelles made?

Back

G2 phase.

Front

What is the purpose of the S phase in the cell cycle?

Back

DNA replication occurs.

Front

What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

Back

To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase.

Front

What happens during the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

Back

The cell prepares for mitosis by producing proteins and organelles.

Front

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

Back

It is the phase where cell division occurs.

Front

What is the main event that occurs during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes.