Make 10 flashcards about the cell cyle stages

Question 1

What are the main stages of the cell cycle?

Answer 1

Interphase and Mitotic phase (M phase)

Question 2

During which phase does DNA replication occur?

Answer 2

S phase (Synthesis phase) of Interphase

Question 3

True or False: The cell cycle consists of only two main phases.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What are the three sub-phases of Interphase?

Answer 4

G1 phase, S phase, and G2 phase

Question 5

Fill in the blank: The phase of the cell cycle where the cell grows and prepares for DNA synthesis is called ___.

Answer 5

G1 phase

Question 6

What is the primary function of the G2 phase?

Answer 6

To prepare for mitosis and ensure all DNA is replicated correctly

Question 7

Which phase follows the G2 phase?

Answer 7

M phase (Mitotic phase)

Question 8

Multiple choice: What is the process called where the cell divides into two daughter cells?

Answer 8

A) Mitosis

Question 9

True or False: Cytokinesis occurs during the M phase.

Answer 9

True

Question 10

What checkpoint occurs at the end of G1 phase?

Answer 10

The G1 checkpoint

Question 11

What is the role of checkpoints in the cell cycle?

Answer 11

To ensure that the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase and to prevent errors

Question 12

Fill in the blank: The phase during which the chromosomes are aligned in the middle of the cell is called ___.

Answer 12

Metaphase

Question 13

What happens during Anaphase?

Answer 13

Sister chromatids are pulled apart toward opposite poles of the cell.

Question 14

Which phase of the cell cycle is characterized by the duplication of chromosomes?

Answer 14

S phase

Question 15

Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a phase of the cell cycle? A) G0 B) G1 C) G3

Answer 15

C) G3

Question 16

What occurs during the Telophase stage of mitosis?

Answer 16

Chromosomes begin to de-condense, and the nuclear envelope re-forms.

Question 17

True or False: The G0 phase is a resting phase where cells are not actively dividing.

Answer 17

True

Question 18

What is the significance of the S phase in the cell cycle?

Answer 18

It is crucial for ensuring that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

Question 19

Fill in the blank: The phase where the cell prepares for division by producing proteins and organelles is called ___.

Answer 19

G2 phase

Question 20

What is the main event that characterizes the M phase?

Answer 20

Mitosis and cytokinesis

Question 21

Multiple choice: What happens during Prophase? A) DNA replication B) Chromosomes condense and the nuclear envelope breaks down C) Cell growth

Answer 21

B) Chromosomes condense and the nuclear envelope breaks down

Question 22

True or False: Cells can skip the G1 phase if conditions are favorable.

Answer 22

False