KA 5 Flashcards
What is the function of the cytoskeleton in cells
A: The cytoskeleton gives mechanical support and shape to cells.
What are microtubules composed of and where are they found?
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A: Microtubules are hollow cylinders composed of the protein tubulin and are found in all eukaryotic cells.
What is the role of microtubules in the cell?
A: Microtubules control the movement of membrane-bound organelles and chromosomes.
What is required for cell division in terms of the cytoskeleton?
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A: Cell division requires the remodelling of the cytoskeleton.
What processes are involved in the formation and breakdown of microtubules?
A: The formation and breakdown of microtubules involve polymerisation and depolymerisation of tubulin.
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Q: What is the function of microtubules during cell division?
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A: Microtubules form the spindle fibres that are active during cell division.
Flashcard 7
Q: What are the two main phases of the cell cycle?
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A: The two main phases of the cell cycle are interphase and mitotic (M) phase.
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