introduction to cell cycle Flashcards
1
Q
what does cell cycle include?
A
cell growth, duplication of genetic material (dna)
2
Q
what does cell division include?
A
splits into two( indentical) or four new cells
3
Q
steps of cell cycle?
A
interphase and m phase
4
Q
steps of interphase
A
prepares the cell for cell division, cell grows and make a copy of the dna
5
Q
steps of m phase
A
carries out cell division, divides nucleus into 2 sets, which follows division of cytoplasm ( this process is called mitosis)
meioisis ( divides into 4 gametes)
6
Q
how long does does interphase and m phase last
A
90 percent of the time and 10 percents of the time