19. What is the purpose of the cell cycle?

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To prevent cancer from developing
To help the body fight viruses and bacteria
To create new identical daughter cells

The purpose of the cell cycle is to create new identical daughter cells. It allows for growth, repair, and replacement of damaged or old cells in the body. The cell cycle involves several phases, including interphase (which includes cell growth and DNA replication) and mitosis (which involves the actual division of the cell into two daughter cells).