Module 1-Cell Cycle Phases Flashcards
0
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Mitosis
A
- process of nuclear division
- metaphase
- anaphase
- telophase
1
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Interphase
A
- g1
- s phase
- g2
- 15 hours
2
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G1
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- first gap
- growth phase
- active metabolism
- 10-12 hours
3
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S phase
A
- synthesis
- cell copies it’s chromosomes
- 6-8 hours
4
Q
G2
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- Second gap
- second growth phase
- prepares for division
- 4 hours
5
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Prophase
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- 1st phase
- nucleoli disappear
- chromatin condense into chromosomes
6
Q
Metaphase
A
- longest stage
- mitotic spindle fibers aligns chromosomes
7
Q
Anaphase
A
- shortest stage
- pulls chromatids towards opposite sides
8
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Telophase
A
-two daughter nuclei form
