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The Cell Cycle

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The Cell Cycle

The cell cycle is the series of events involved in cell growth and cell division. It involves mitosis (a type of cell division), which allows for the growth, repair and asexual reproduction of cells. It involves:

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Initial growth stage

  • Extra ribosomes, mitochondria and other sub-cellular structures are produced.
  • The cell’s chromosomes (which are made of DNA) are replicated (copied) so that there are two sets of the cell’s chromosomes.
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Mitosis

  • The two sets of chromosomes are pulled to opposite ends of the cell.
  • Then, the nucleus divides into two.
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Cell division

  • The cytoplasm and cell membranes are divided resulting in the production of two identical cells.

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1Cell Biology

1.1What's in Cells?

1.2Cell Division

1.3Transport in Cells

2Organisation

2.1Principles of Organisation

2.2Enzymes

2.3Circulatory System

2.4Non-Communicable Diseases

2.5Plant Tissues, Organs & Systems

3Infection & Response

4Bioenergetics

5Homeostasis & Response

5.1Homeostasis

5.2The Human Nervous System

5.3Hormonal Coordination in Humans

5.4Plant Hormones

6Inheritance, Variation & Evolution

7Ecology

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