The Cell Cycle and Mitosis Review (1st)

Front

What is the process called when the cytoplasm and cell membranes split?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

Which phase describes centrioles pulling chromosomes apart towards opposite sides of the cell?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What phase involves spindle fibers attaching and centrioles lining chromosomes in the center of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the correct order of the cell cycle starting with Gap 1?

Back

G1 > S > G2 > M

Front

What is a chromosome primarily packaged with?

Back

DNA

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication?

Back

Gap 1 (G1)

Front

What phase follows the synthesis phase (S) in the cell cycle?

Back

Gap 2 (G2)

Front

What is the main purpose of mitosis?

Back

To divide the nucleus and ensure each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Front

What structure is responsible for organizing the spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

Centrioles

Front

What is the term for the phase where chromosomes are aligned in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase