Cell Division

Front

How many chromosomes does each human body cell have?

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46

Front

What are the two phases of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase and Mitotic Division

Front

How many times does the cell divide in mitosis?

Back

Once (PMAT)

Front

Why must all DNA be copied during interphase?

Back

So each new cell will have identical information and the cell can function properly.

Front

The chromosomes line up across the middle of the cell during which phase?

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Metaphase

Front

What is the process of cell division called?

Back

Mitosis

Front

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

Back

Interphase

Front

What is cytokinesis?

Back

The process where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

Front

What happens during prophase?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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They help separate the chromosomes during cell division.