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Biology Science

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Set 12 The Cell Cycle

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Question 1

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In a culture of cells, it is observed that the cell cycle has arrested stopped) during the G1 phase. The reason for this could be that

A) not all components needed for DNA replication are present.
B) not all components needed for mitosis are present.
C) not all chromosomes have been replicated.
D) not all chromosomes are attached to mitotic spindles.

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Question 2

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The microtubular organizing center found in animal cells is an identifiable structure present during all phases of the cell cycle. Specifically, it is known as which of the following?

A) kinetochore
B) cell plate
C) centrosome
D) centromere

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Question 3

(Multiple Choice)

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Metaphase occurs prior to the splitting of centromeres. It is characterized by

A) aligning of chromosomes on the equator.
B) disassembly of the nuclear envelope.
C) duplication of centrioles.
D) cytokinesis.

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