Across
- 2. Process by which cells become specialized for specific functions
- 4. The twisted ladder shape of the DNA molecule
- 5. The phase where a cell grows, performs normal functions, and replicates DNA
- 8. Building block of DNA made of a sugar, phosphate, and nitrogen base
- 9. Division of the cell’s nucleus into two identical nuclei
- 11. The process of copying DNA before cell division
- 15. Two identical copies of a chromosome connected by a centromere
- 17. Programmed cell death that removes damaged or unnecessary cells
- 18. Uncoiled DNA and proteins found in the nucleus during interphase
- 19. The series of events cells go through as they grow and divide
- 20. undifferentiated cells that can become different cell types
- 21. A protein that speeds up chemical reactions
- 24. A single strand of a duplicated chromosome
- 25. A change in the DNA sequence that can affect gene function
- 26. Disease caused by uncontrolled cell division
- 27. First part of interphase where the cell grows and carries out normal functions
Down
- 1. Process of one cell splitting into two identical daughter cells
- 3. Stem cells that can develop into any type of cell
- 6. Points in the cell cycle that ensure accuracy before moving to the next stage
- 7. The molecule that carries genetic information in all living organisms
- 10. Division of the cytoplasm forming two daughter cells
- 12. Condensed, coiled DNA visible during cell division
- 13. Process where each new DNA molecule has one old strand and one new strand
- 14. Final part of interphase when the cell prepares for division
- 16. A mass of abnormal cells from uncontrolled cell division
- 17. Stem cells that can produce only certain types of cells
- 18. The region where sister chromatids are attached
- 22. A resting or non-dividing phase that some cells enter after G1
- 23. Part of interphase in which DNA is replicated