Cell Division

Practice Questions

Genetics › Cell Division

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p53 is a famous __________, which aids in blocking cell cycle progression and preventing cancer.

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In which phase of mitosis do spindle fibers align chromosomes in the middle of the cell nucleus?

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During cell division, at what phase does the cell separate into two?

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Mitosis is the process by which a parent cell divides to produce two daughter cells with identical genetic material. The chromosomes must condense, align, and be pulled apart to complete this process. What is the name of the mitotic phase in which the duplicated sister chromatids are physically pulled apart?

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If a species has a diploid number of 10 chromosomes, how many chromatids would there be in prophase of mitosis?

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In which phase of cell division does DNA synthesis (replication) occur?

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When undergoing Meiosis, at what stages should the dividing cell(s) have 2n?

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Which of the following describes a centromere?

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What best describes spindle fibers?

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At which stage is the last checkpoint before cell division begins?

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