Cell Cycle Flashy Cards

Mitosis

the process of cell division that produces two genetically identical daughter cells from a single parent. functions for body cells

Meiosis

produces sex cells (gametes) and results in four non-identical daughter cells. each half of the # of chromosomes of the parent. it is crucial for sexual reproduction + genetic diversity

Interphase

DNA replication occurs, preparing the cell for divison

G1 Phase

the cell grows and prepares for S phase

S Phase

when the chromosomes (DNA) replicate

G2 Phase

cells make final preparations for division: more growth; centrioles are replicated

Prophase

Chromosomes condense, and the nuclear envelop dissolves

Anaphase

the sister chromatids separate and move to opposite poles

Telophase

new nuclear envelops form around each set of chromosomes

Cytokinesis

the cytoplasm divides, creating two identical daughter cells

Interphase #1 OF Meiosis

similar to Mitosis, DNA replication occurs

Prophase #1 OF Meiosis

chromosomes pair up in homologous pairs, and crossing over occurs

Metaphase #1 OF Meiosis

homologous pairs align at the equatorial plane

Anaphase #1 OF Meiosis

nuclear membrane reforms followed by cytokinesis

Prophase #2 of MEIOSIS

chromosomes condense, nuclear envelop dissolves

Metaphase #2 of MEIOSIS

chromosomes align at equatorial plane

Anaphase #2 of MEIOSIS

sister chromatids separate

Telophase #2 of MEIOSIS

nuclear membranes reform, followed by cytokines, resulting four non-identical daughter cells

Cell Cycle

an ordered set of events resulting in cell growth and the division of one cell into 2 daughter cell