Mitosis

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What is mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells from a single parent cell.

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What are the main phases of mitosis?

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The main phases of mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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During which phase of mitosis do chromosomes line up at the cell's equator?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes line up along the middle of the dividing cell.

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What occurs during Prophase?

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During Prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and the mitotic spindle begins to form.

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What happens during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is Telophase?

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Telophase is the final phase of mitosis where the chromosomes de-condense, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and the cell prepares to divide.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What is interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for mitosis, including DNA replication.

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Why is DNA replicated before mitosis?

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DNA is replicated before mitosis to ensure that each daughter cell receives an identical set of chromosomes.

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What is the role of the mitotic spindle?

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The mitotic spindle is responsible for separating the sister chromatids during mitosis.