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The Cell Cycle

The cell cycle consists of several stages including Interphase, Mitosis (with phases Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase), and Cytokinesis, which are essential for cell growth and division. Interphase involves DNA replication, while Mitosis ensures the accurate distribution of DNA to daughter cells. Understanding the cell cycle is crucial for insights into cell reproduction and organism growth.

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The Cell Cycle

The cell cycle consists of several stages including Interphase, Mitosis (with phases Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase), and Cytokinesis, which are essential for cell growth and division. Interphase involves DNA replication, while Mitosis ensures the accurate distribution of DNA to daughter cells. Understanding the cell cycle is crucial for insights into cell reproduction and organism growth.

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The Cell Cycle

The cell cycle consists of several stages that a cell goes through to grow and divide. These stages are
critical for cell replication and overall organism growth. Below are the main stages of the cell cycle:
Interphase
Mitosis
Prophase
Metaphase
Anaphase
Telophase
Cytokinesis
1. Interphase
Description: Interphase is the phase where the cell prepares for division by growing and replicating its
DNA. It consists of three stages: G1 (cell growth), S (DNA synthesis), and G2 (preparation for
mitosis).
Activity:
Short Answer: Explain what happens during the S phase of Interphase.
Illustration: Draw and label the cell during Interphase.
2. Mitosis
Description: Mitosis is the process where a single cell divides into two identical daughter cells. It
ensures that each daughter cell receives an exact copy of the parent cell's DNA.
a. Prophase
Description: During prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear
envelope begins to break down.
Activity:
Multiple Choice: During which phase does the nuclear envelope break down?
A) InterphaseB) ProphaseC) MetaphaseD) Telophase
b. Metaphase
Description: Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell, known as the metaphase plate, with
spindle fibers attaching to the centromeres.
Activity:
Short Answer: Why is metaphase important for ensuring that each daughter cell receives an
identical set of chromosomes?
c. Anaphase
Description: Sister chromatids are pulled apart by the spindle fibers toward opposite poles of the cell.
Activity:
Illustration: Draw the cell during anaphase, showing the separation of sister chromatids.
d. Telophase
Description: Chromatids reach the opposite poles of the cell, and new nuclear membranes form around
each set of chromosomes.
Activity:
Short Answer: Describe the changes that occur during telophase.
3. Cytokinesis
Description: Cytokinesis is the final phase where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate
daughter cells.
Activity:
Multiple Choice: Which of the following best describes cytokinesis?
A) The division of the nucleus
B) The division of the cytoplasm
C) The alignment of chromosomes
D) The replication of DNA
Conclusion
By understanding the cell cycle, we gain insight into how cells reproduce and how organisms grow. Be
sure to review each stage and complete all activities to deepen your understanding of this essential
biological process.
Additional Activity
Research Task: Investigate a real-world application of cell cycle knowledge, such as its role
in cancer treatment, and summarize your findings in a paragraph.


Activity title : Cell-cycle (Date to be submitted: Galilie & Zuckerberg Feb.21, 2025,
Descartes Feb. 20, 2025

1. Draw in the A4 bond paper the phases of mitosis (PMAT)

JUST DRAW YOUR ANSWER IN YOUR PAPER


Write directly your answer in your paper

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