The Cell Cycle and Mitosis
Grade 12•45 minutes•Describe the process of binary fission. Describe the structure of a eukaryotic chromosome and distinguish between homologues and sister chromatids. Describe the eukaryotic cell cycle and identify the events that take place during interphase. Describe the stages of mitosis also compare cytokinesis in animal and plant cells. Explain the role of checkpoints in the control of the cell cycle and describe cancer in terms of cell cycle control.
Learning Objective
I can analyze how errors in mitosis can lead to cancer by discussing the importance of cell cycle checkpoints.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 12 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Explain the significance of the cell cycle checkpoints and how they contribute to the prevention of cancer.
2. Describe the process of apoptosis and its role in maintaining healthy cell division.
3. What are the main phases of the eukaryotic cell cycle, and what key events occur during each phase?
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