Multiple Choice
Which process must take place before mitosis can occur properly?
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11. Cell Division
Introduction to the Cell Cycle
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During what phase of the cell cycle does cell division occur?
A
G2 phase
B
M phase
C
G1 phase
D
S phase
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Understand the cell cycle: The cell cycle consists of several phases that a cell goes through to divide and produce new cells. These phases include G1, S, G2, and M phase.
Identify the purpose of each phase: G1 phase is the first gap phase where the cell grows and prepares for DNA replication. S phase is where DNA replication occurs. G2 phase is the second gap phase where the cell prepares for mitosis. M phase is where mitosis and cytokinesis occur, leading to cell division.
Focus on the M phase: The M phase, or mitotic phase, is the part of the cell cycle where the cell actually divides. It includes mitosis, where the nucleus divides, and cytokinesis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two daughter cells.
Differentiate between mitosis and cytokinesis: Mitosis is the process of nuclear division, which is followed by cytokinesis, the division of the cytoplasm, completing the cell division process.
Conclude that cell division occurs during the M phase: Based on the understanding of the cell cycle phases, cell division occurs during the M phase, which includes both mitosis and cytokinesis.
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