Ø These eukaryotic organisms follow a complex sequence of events by which their cells grow and divide.

Ø This sequence of events is known as the

“Cell cycle checkpoints normally ensure that DNA replication
and mitosis occur only when conditions are favorable and the
process is working correctly”
- ensures that DNA
replication in S phase
has been successfully
completed.
ensures that all of the
chromosomes are attached to the
mitotic spindle by a kinetochore.
 In S phase, the cell synthesizes a complete
copy of the DNA in its nucleus. It also duplicates
a microtubule-organizing structure called the
centrosome.
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