7th grade Mitosis

Front

What is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What phase of mitosis involves the alignment of paired chromatids at the cell's equator?

Back

Metaphase

Front

During which phase of mitosis does the nuclear membrane dissolve?

Back

Prophase

Front

What is the term for the final stage of mitosis where the cytoplasm divides?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

In which phase do the sister chromatids separate and move towards opposite poles of the cell?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What are the two identical cells produced at the end of mitosis called?

Back

Daughter cells

Front

What is the first phase of mitosis where chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes?

Back

Prophase

Front

What happens to the chromosomes during telophase?

Back

They begin to de-condense back into chromatin.

Front

What is the role of the spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

They help separate the chromosomes and pull them to opposite ends of the cell.

Front

What is the significance of mitosis in multicellular organisms?

Back

It allows for growth, development, and tissue repair.