The Cell Cycle (AQA A-Level Biology): Flashcards
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3 stages of cell cycle
3 stages of cell cycle
Interphase, nuclear division, cytokinesis
% of cell cycle in interphase
% of cell cycle in interphase
Approximately 90%
Key process during interphase
Key process during interphase
DNA replication
Mitosis produces
Mitosis produces
Two genetically identical diploid nuclei
Meiosis produces
Meiosis produces
Four genetically different haploid nuclei
Cytokinesis definition
Cytokinesis definition
Division of cytoplasm to create separate cells
Cause of cancer
Cause of cancer
Damage to genes regulating mitosis & cell cycle
Benign tumour characteristics
Benign tumour characteristics
Grow slowly, remain compact, minimal life threat
Malignant tumour characteristics
Malignant tumour characteristics
Grow rapidly, less compact, greater danger
Chemotherapy mechanisms
Chemotherapy mechanisms
Prevents DNA replication, interferes with spindle formation