interphase mitosis- lqc 5 Flashcards
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G1 phase
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the cell grows larger and new organelles are made. enzymes are made, ready for DNA replication
2
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S phase
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The cell replicates its DNA by semi-conservative replication. DNA content of the cell doubles, to ensure that there is enough DNA for making new cells.
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G2 phase
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The cell keeps growing and proteins needed for mitosis are made eg. proteins for making spindle fibres.