Cell Cycle Flashcard Regular

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What are cell cycle checkpoints?

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Control mechanisms that regulate the cell cycle.

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What is checked during the G1 checkpoint?

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Damage to the original DNA

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What happens if a cell fails to pass a checkpoint?

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The cell cycle will stop or pause.

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What is the role of cyclins in cell cycle regulation?

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Cyclins regulate the cell cycle by forming complexes with CDKs and checking for issues in the processes.

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What is the function of the M checkpoint in the cell cycle?

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The M checkpoint ensures that spindle assembly is attached to all chromosomes.

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

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The S phase is where DNA replication occurs.

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What is the function of the G0 phase in the cell cycle?

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The G0 phase is a resting phase where the cell has left the cycle and has stopped dividing.

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What is the role of the G2 phase in the cell cycle?

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The G2 phase is where the cell prepares for mitosis.

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Which Phase does the cell spend 90% of its life in?

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Interphase

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What is the primary purpose of mitosis in multicellular organisms?

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To repair and replace cells