Cell Cycle

Question 1

G1 Phase

Answer 1

This is when the cell grows and makes new proteins to replicate organelles.

Question 2

S Phase

Answer 2

This is when DNA is replicated.

Question 3

G2 Phase

Answer 3

This is when the cell continues to grow and replicated DNA is checked for errors.

Question 4

G1 Checkpoint

Answer 4

This checks that the cell has the chemicals needed for replication and for any damage to the DNA.

Question 5

G2 Checkpoint

Answer 5

This checks that DNA has been replicated without any errors (if errors are found, the cell tries to repair them).

Question 6

Metaphase Checkpoint

Answer 6

Each chromosome is checked to ensure it is attached to the spindle.