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What is the first phase of the cell cycle?
G1
Cell growth occurs in this phase.
What is the process of cell division called?
Mitosis
Mitosis is followed by cytokinesis.
What happens when a cell reaches its size limit?
It either divides or stops growing.
This is part of the cell cycle.
What is the second phase of the cell cycle?
S phase
DNA replication occurs in this phase.
What is the third phase of the cell cycle?
G2
Preparation for mitosis occurs in this phase.
What are the three main phases of the cell cycle?
1) Interphase 2) Mitosis 3) Cytokinesis
These phases are essential for cell division.
What is chromatin?
The uncondensed form of DNA that has the structure of a thread.
Chromatin transforms into chromosomes during cell division.
What is the role of the nucleolus?
Helps in the production of ribosomes.
Ribosomes are essential for protein synthesis.
What is the difference between G1 and G2 phases?
The form of DNA.
G1 has unreplicated DNA, while G2 has replicated chromosomes.
What is the final stage of mitosis?
Telophase
In this stage, the cell prepares to divide.
What is the function of the centriole?
Responsible for cell division.
Centrioles help organize the mitotic spindle.