Cell Cycle and Mitosis Flashcard Review

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If an organism's sex cells contains 30 chromosomes, how many would be found in its somatic cells?

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60

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In what stage of the cell cycle does the cell prepare for division?

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G2

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The stage of mitosis when the chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.

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Metaphase

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The stage of mitosis when the nuclear membrane breaks down and chromosomes become visible.

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Prophase

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The stage of mitosis when two nuclei begin to form.

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Telophase

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What is the cell cycle?

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The series of events that take place in a cell leading to its division and duplication.

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What are somatic cells?

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Any cells of a living organism other than the reproductive cells.

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What is mitosis?

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A process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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What happens during prophase?

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Chromosomes condense, the nuclear membrane breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is the significance of metaphase?

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Chromosomes are aligned at the cell's equatorial plane, ensuring proper separation.