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Todd N.
Cellular Groth and Development
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What are the two main types of cell division? | The two main types of cell division are mitosis, which produces genetically identical cells, and meiosis, which produces gametes with half the genetic material. |
| What is the main purpose of cell division in multicellular organisms? | The main purpose of cell division is to enable growth, repair, and reproduction of cells, maintaining tissue health and development. |
| During which phase of the cell cycle does DNA replication occur? | DNA replication occurs during the S phase of the interphase in the cell cycle. |
| What is the significance of the G2 phase in the cell cycle? | The G2 phase is a period of growth and preparation for mitosis, where the cell checks for DNA errors and synthesizes necessary proteins. |
| What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis? | Spindle fibers attach to chromosomes and help separate sister chromatids to opposite poles of the cell during mitosis. |
| What is apoptosis, and why is it important in cell development? | Apoptosis is programmed cell death, which helps eliminate damaged or unnecessary cells, shaping tissues and maintaining health. |
| How does cell size affect cell growth and division? | As a cell grows, its volume increases faster than its surface area, which can limit nutrient uptake and waste removal, triggering cell division to maintain efficiency. |
| Why is cell differentiation important during development? | Cell differentiation allows cells to become specialized for specific functions, enabling the formation of different tissues and organs. |
| What is the function of cyclins in the cell cycle? | : Cyclins regulate the progression of cells through the cell cycle by activating specific enzymes called cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs). |
| What is the difference between benign and malignant tumors? | Benign tumors are non-cancerous and do not spread, while malignant tumors are cancerous and can invade nearby tissues and metastasize. |