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1. Introduction to Genetics51m
2. Mendel's Laws of Inheritance3h 37m
3. Extensions to Mendelian Inheritance2h 41m
4. Genetic Mapping and Linkage2h 28m
5. Genetics of Bacteria and Viruses1h 21m
6. Chromosomal Variation1h 48m
7. DNA and Chromosome Structure56m
8. DNA Replication1h 10m
9. Mitosis and Meiosis1h 34m
10. Transcription1h 0m
11. Translation58m
12. Gene Regulation in Prokaryotes1h 19m
13. Gene Regulation in Eukaryotes44m
14. Genetic Control of Development44m
15. Genomes and Genomics1h 50m
16. Transposable Elements47m
17. Mutation, Repair, and Recombination1h 6m
18. Molecular Genetic Tools19m
- Genetic Cloning
  9m
- Methods for Analyzing DNA
  9m
19. Cancer Genetics29m
- Overview of Cancer
  21m
- Cancer Mutations
  7m
20. Quantitative Genetics1h 26m
21. Population Genetics50m
- Hardy Weinberg
  19m
- Allelic Frequency Changes
  31m
22. Evolutionary Genetics29m

19. Cancer Genetics

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Where are the major regulatory points in the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is regulated at specific checkpoints to ensure proper progression and prevent errors. The major regulatory points are the G1 checkpoint, G2 checkpoint, and the M checkpoint.

The G1 checkpoint, also known as the restriction point, occurs at the end of the G1 phase. It ensures that the cell has adequate size, nutrients, and energy reserves, and that the DNA is undamaged before proceeding to the S phase.

The G2 checkpoint occurs at the end of the G2 phase. It ensures that DNA replication during the S phase has been completed accurately and that there is no DNA damage before entering mitosis.

The M checkpoint, also known as the spindle assembly checkpoint, occurs during metaphase of mitosis. It ensures that all chromosomes are properly attached to the spindle fibers and aligned at the metaphase plate before the cell proceeds to anaphase.

These checkpoints are regulated by cyclins and cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs), which act as molecular signals to either allow progression through the cell cycle or halt it if errors are detected.

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Cell Cycle Phases

The cell cycle consists of several phases: G1 (gap 1), S (synthesis), G2 (gap 2), and M (mitosis). Each phase has specific functions, such as cell growth, DNA replication, and cell division. Understanding these phases is crucial for identifying where regulatory points occur.

Regulatory Checkpoints

Regulatory checkpoints are critical control points in the cell cycle that ensure proper progression. The main checkpoints are G1, G2, and the M phase checkpoint. These checkpoints assess whether the cell is ready to proceed to the next phase, preventing errors such as DNA damage or incomplete replication.

Cyclins and Cyclin-Dependent Kinases (CDKs)

Cyclins are proteins that regulate the cell cycle by activating cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs). The binding of cyclins to CDKs triggers the phosphorylation of target proteins, driving the cell through different phases. The levels of cyclins fluctuate throughout the cycle, playing a key role in checkpoint regulation.

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