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Cells Divide By Mitosis Flashcards

1
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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells.

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True or False: Mitosis results in four daughter cells.

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False

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3
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What is the main purpose of mitosis?

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The main purpose of mitosis is growth, repair, and asexual reproduction.

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4
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Name the phase of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell’s equator.

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Metaphase

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5
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Fill in the blank: Mitosis consists of ______ main stages.

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five

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6
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List the stages of mitosis in order.

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase, Cytokinesis

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7
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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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8
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True or False: Sister chromatids are separated during anaphase.

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True

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9
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What structure pulls the sister chromatids apart during mitosis?

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Spindle fibers

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10
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What is the role of the centromere?

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The centromere holds the two sister chromatids together and is the attachment point for spindle fibers.

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11
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During which phase does the nuclear envelope reform?

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Telophase

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12
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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that divides the cytoplasm of a parental cell into two daughter cells.

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13
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True or False: Mitosis occurs in both somatic and germ cells.

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False

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14
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What type of cells undergo mitosis?

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Somatic cells

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15
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Fill in the blank: Mitosis is a form of ______ reproduction.

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asexual

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16
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What is the result of mitosis in terms of genetic material?

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The result is two daughter cells with the same genetic material as the parent cell.

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What is the significance of the G1 phase in the cell cycle?

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The G1 phase is where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication.

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18
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What is the S phase in the cell cycle?

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The S phase is the stage where DNA is replicated.

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19
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What happens in the G2 phase of the cell cycle?

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In the G2 phase, the cell continues to grow and prepares for mitosis.

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20
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True or False: Mitosis is followed by interphase.

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False

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21
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What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

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Checkpoints ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase of the cell cycle.

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What can happen if a cell fails to pass a checkpoint?

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The cell may undergo apoptosis or enter a resting state.

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23
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What is the term for programmed cell death?

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Apoptosis

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24
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What is the function of the spindle apparatus?

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The spindle apparatus helps separate the chromosomes during mitosis.

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25
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Fill in the blank: The ______ phase is when the chromatin is relaxed and not visible as distinct chromosomes.

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interphase

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26
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What occurs during metaphase?

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During metaphase, chromosomes line up at the metaphase plate.

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27
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What is the main difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis produces two identical daughter cells, while meiosis produces four genetically diverse gametes.

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28
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True or False: Mitosis is essential for growth and repair in multicellular organisms.

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True

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29
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What happens during anaphase?

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During anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

30
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What is the final stage of mitosis?

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Telophase

31
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Fill in the blank: The ______ phase is characterized by the separation of the cytoplasm.

A

cytokinesis

32
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What phase follows telophase?

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Cytokinesis

33
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What is chromatin?

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Chromatin is a complex of DNA and proteins found in the nucleus of eukaryotic cells.

34
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How do plant cells differ from animal cells during cytokinesis?

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Plant cells form a cell plate, while animal cells form a cleavage furrow.

35
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True or False: DNA replication occurs before mitosis begins.

A

True

36
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What is the role of cyclins in the cell cycle?

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Cyclins regulate the progression of the cell cycle by activating cyclin-dependent kinases.

37
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Fill in the blank: The ______ checkpoint ensures that DNA is replicated correctly before mitosis.

A

G2

38
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What is the role of the mitotic spindle?

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The mitotic spindle helps segregate chromosomes during cell division.

39
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What is the significance of chromatid cohesion?

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Chromatid cohesion ensures that sister chromatids remain attached until they are separated during anaphase.

40
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What is the difference between diploid and haploid cells?

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Diploid cells have two sets of chromosomes, while haploid cells have one set.

41
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True or False: Mitosis occurs in prokaryotic cells.

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False

42
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What is the purpose of the G0 phase?

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The G0 phase is a resting state where cells are not actively preparing to divide.

43
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What is the role of kinetochores?

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Kinetochores are protein complexes that form at the centromere and attach to spindle fibers.

44
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What triggers the onset of anaphase?

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The separation of sister chromatids at the centromere triggers anaphase.

45
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Fill in the blank: ______ is the stage of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division.

A

Mitosis

46
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What is the name of the structure that organizes microtubules during mitosis?

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Centrosome

47
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True or False: Mitosis is a continuous process.

A

False

48
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What happens to the nuclear envelope during prophase?

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The nuclear envelope breaks down during prophase.

49
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What is the role of p53 in the cell cycle?

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p53 is a tumor suppressor protein that helps regulate the cell cycle and prevent cancer.

50
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Fill in the blank: In animal cells, the cleavage furrow is formed during ______.

A

cytokinesis

51
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What is the primary function of mitosis?

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The primary function of mitosis is to ensure equal distribution of genetic material to daughter cells.

52
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True or False: Mitosis is only necessary for unicellular organisms.

A

False

53
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What is the outcome of mitosis in terms of chromosome number?

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The chromosome number remains the same as the parent cell.

54
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What occurs during telophase?

A

During telophase, the chromosomes de-condense and the nuclear envelope reforms.

55
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Fill in the blank: The ______ phase of the cell cycle is when the cell grows and synthesizes proteins.

A

G1

56
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What happens to chromosomes during metaphase?

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Chromosomes align along the metaphase plate.

57
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What is the significance of the spindle assembly checkpoint?

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The spindle assembly checkpoint ensures that all chromosomes are properly attached to the spindle before proceeding to anaphase.

58
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True or False: Mitosis is essential for sexual reproduction.

A

False

59
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What is the difference between somatic cells and germ cells?

A

Somatic cells undergo mitosis, while germ cells undergo meiosis.

60
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What is the role of growth factors in the cell cycle?

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Growth factors stimulate cell division and progression through the cell cycle.

61
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Fill in the blank: The ______ phase is when the cell’s DNA is replicated.

A

S

62
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What happens to the cell’s surface area to volume ratio as it grows?

A

The surface area to volume ratio decreases as the cell grows larger.

63
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What is the purpose of the G1 checkpoint?

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The G1 checkpoint assesses whether the cell is ready to enter the S phase.

64
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True or False: Mitosis can occur in response to injury.

A

True

65
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What are telomeres?

A

Telomeres are protective caps at the ends of chromosomes that shorten with each cell division.

66
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Fill in the blank: The ______ phase is the longest phase of the cell cycle.

A

interphase

67
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What happens if a cell loses the ability to regulate its cycle?

A

It may lead to uncontrolled cell division and cancer.

68
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What is the role of the nucleolus during mitosis?

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The nucleolus disappears during prophase and reappears during telophase.

69
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What is the significance of mitotic index?

A

The mitotic index indicates the proportion of cells undergoing mitosis in a given cell population.

70
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True or False: Chromosomes are replicated during the M phase.

A

False

71
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What does the term ‘cell cycle’ refer to?

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The cell cycle refers to the series of events that a cell goes through from its formation to its division.

72
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Fill in the blank: The ______ checkpoint occurs during metaphase.

A

spindle

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