DNA
What does DNA stand for?
Deoxyribonucleic Acid
What phase is the longest in the cell cycle?
Interphase
What do ribosomes do in a cell?
Make proteins
Name a common virus that causes the flu.
Influenza virus
What is the part of the microscope that you look through?
The eyepiece
Where in the cell is DNA primarily located?
The Nucleus
Name the four phases of mitosis.
Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase
Do both cell types carry out life functions?
Yes, both types perform essential life functions.
What do viruses need in order to reproduce?
A host cell
What part of the microscope holds the slide in place?
The stage clips
Name the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA.
Adenine, Thymine, Cytosine, and Guanine
What happens during metaphase?
Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.
What structure do all cells have in common?
A cell membrane
What is the genetic material in a virus made of?
DNA or RNA.
Who is considered the "father" of microbiology and made early improvements to the microscope?
Anton van Leeuwenhoek.
What are the three components of a nucleotide?
Sugar, phosphate group, and nitrogen base
What is cytokinesis?
The division of the cell’s cytoplasm.
What organelle is the control center of a eukaryotic cell?
The nucleus.
How can viruses be prevented?
Vaccines and good hygiene.
How should you clean a microscope lens?
Use a lens paper or soft cloth to gently wipe the lens.
Why is DNA replication important?
It ensures each new cell gets an exact copy of the DNA.
What phase occurs before metaphase?
Prophase
What do both cell types use to produce energy?
They both use some form of cellular respiration
What is a pandemic?
A global outbreak of a viral disease.
What is the function of the objective lenses?
To provide different magnifications.