Cell Cycle and Roles of Checkpoints Flashcards
1
Q
A phase where cell grows and prepares for DNA synthesis
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G1 Phase
2
Q
DNA replication occurs
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S Phase
3
Q
Prepares cell for mitosis
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G2 Phase
4
Q
Encompasses mitosis and cytokinesis
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M Phase
5
Q
Checkpoint where it ensures that DNA is ready for replication
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G1/S Checkpoint
6
Q
Checkpoint that verifies DNA is fully replicated and undamaged
A
G2/M Checkpoint
7
Q
Checkpoint that ensures all chromosomes are properly aligned
A
Spindle Assembly Checkpoint
8
Q
Which process is cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases(CDK’s) are crucial for
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Cell Cycle
9
Q
A tumor suppressor gene
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P53
10
Q
Where do irreparable cells go
A
Apoptosis
11
Q
What happens when checkpoints fail
A
genomic instability, increasing the risk of mutations that results in cancer
