Introduction to the Cell Cycle definitions Flashcards
Introduction to the Cell Cycle definitions
You can tap to flip the card.
Control buttons has been changed to "navigation" mode.
1/14Skip to main content
Cell Cycle
A series of events a cell undergoes from formation to division, including interphase and M phase. Interphase
A non-dividing phase focused on cell growth, DNA replication, and organelle production. M Phase
The phase involving cell division, consisting of mitosis and cytokinesis. G0 Phase
A subphase of interphase where cells are in a quiescent state, not actively preparing to divide. G1 Phase
A subphase of interphase focused on cell growth and preparation for DNA replication. S Phase
A subphase of interphase where DNA replication occurs, resulting in duplicated chromosomes. G2 Phase
A subphase of interphase where the cell prepares for mitosis, synthesizing proteins and organelles. Mitosis
A process of nuclear division in the M phase, consisting of five subphases. Cytokinesis
The division of the cytoplasm, resulting in two separate daughter cells. Prophase
The first subphase of mitosis where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes. Prometaphase
A subphase of mitosis where the nuclear envelope breaks down and spindle fibers attach to kinetochores. Metaphase
A subphase of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane. Anaphase
A subphase of mitosis where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles. Telophase
The final subphase of mitosis where nuclear envelopes reform around separated chromosomes.