A cell stepped on her sister's toe. The sister said, "Ouch, mitosis!"
What is the longest stage of the Cell cycle?
Interphase
The cell grows and doubles its'' DNA during this time
Which cell structure provides support and protection for plant cells but is not found in animal cells?
Cell wall
What is the main difference between cancer cells and normal cell?
Cancer cells divide uncontrollably
The movement of water from high water concentration to low water concentration is called :
Osmosis
Which specialized human cell is responsible for carrying oxygen?
Red blood cell
During which stage do sister chromatids pull apart?
Anaphase
Which organelle controls all cell activities and contains the cell’s genetic material?
Nucleus
What type of tumour grows slowly, stays in one place, and does not spread to other parts of the body?
Benign tumour
Why are diffusion and osmosis important for cells?
A. They help cells divide
B. They control the size of the nucleus
C. They allow cells to take in nutrients and remove wastes
D. They help cells make energy directly
C. They allow cells to take in nutrients and remove wastes
Which type of human cell is specialized for sending electrical signals throughout the body?
Nerve cells
In what stage of mitosis do chromosomes become visible and the nuclear membrane breaks down
Prophase
Which organelle is responsible for producing energy for the cell, often called the “powerhouse”?
Mitochondria
What type of tumour is dangerous because it can invade nearby tissues and spread to other parts of the body?
Malignant Tumour
Which type of cell helps protect the body by fighting infections from bacteria and viruses?
White blood cell
In what stage of mitosis does the splitting of the cytoplasm into two cells happen
Cytokinesis
Which structure acts like a protective barrier, controlling what enters and leaves the cell?
Cell membrane
High-energy rays are used to kill cancer cells in a specific area.
Radiation
Which cells are able to contract and relax, allowing movement of the body?
Muscle cell
What is the correct order of the stages of cell cycle?
Interphase ->Prophase → Metaphase → Anaphase → Telophase- Cytokinesis
What molecule carries the genetic information that determines an organism’s traits?
DNA
What are three common ways to fight cancer?
Surgery
Radiation therapy
Chemotherapy
Which type of cell can develop into many other kinds of specialized cells?
Stem cells