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What is the cell cycle?
a series of steps that include the growth, development, and division of a cell
What are the 2 main steps of the cell cycle?
interphase and mitotic phase
How many stages are in interphase?
3
How many stages are in the mitotic phase?
2
What are the stages of interphase called?
G1, S, and G2
What are the stages of the mitotic phase called?
mitosis and cytokinesis
How many stages are in mitosis?
4
What happens during G1 Stage?
the cell grows
What happens during the S Stage?
DNA replicates
What happens during G2 Stage?
organelles replicate and the cell prepares for mitosis
What is the acronym to help us remember the stages of mitosis in order?
PMAT
What are the stages of mitosis in order?
Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase
During which stage does the cytoplasm divide and two new identical cells form?
cytokinesis
What are names of the 2 new cells that form at the end of the cell cycle?
daughter cells
