Mitosis/Cell Cycle Review Game

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What is the importance of apoptosis?

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To eliminate damaged cells.

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During which phase does DNA replicate?

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Interphase.

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What is the point on the chromosome where the two chromatids are held together?

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Centromere.

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What is cancer?

Back

Uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.

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What can rapid cell division lead to?

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Tumors.

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What are the main stages of the cell cycle?

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Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

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What happens during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The process where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two daughter cells.

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while meiosis results in four genetically diverse gametes.