The Cell Cycle R

Front

What is the first phase of mitosis?

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Prophase

Front

What is the process called that divides the cytoplasm to form two separate daughter cells?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

List the stages of mitosis in order.

Back

Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase

Front

What are the two main stages of cell division?

Back

Mitosis and Cytokinesis

Front

What phase of mitosis follows metaphase?

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Anaphase

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

Front

What happens during prophase?

Back

Chromatin condenses into chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

Front

What is the significance of the metaphase plate?

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The metaphase plate is where chromosomes align before being separated into daughter cells.

Front

What occurs during telophase?

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Chromosomes de-condense back into chromatin, the nuclear envelope re-forms, and the cell prepares to divide.

Front

How does cytokinesis differ in plant and animal cells?

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In animal cells, cytokinesis occurs through cleavage furrow formation, while in plant cells, a cell plate forms.