Mitosis

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What is the process of cell division called?

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Mitosis

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What are the four main phases of mitosis in order?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase

Front

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

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Metaphase

Front

What happens to the chromosomes during Anaphase?

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The chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

Front

What is the role of DNA in cell division?

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DNA must be copied before a cell can divide.

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What phase follows Anaphase in mitosis?

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Telophase

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What is the significance of Prophase in mitosis?

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During Prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

Front

What structure is responsible for pulling the chromosomes apart during Anaphase?

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The spindle fibers.

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What is the term for the division of the cytoplasm that occurs after mitosis?

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Cytokinesis.

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What is the difference between chromatin and chromosomes?

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Chromatin is the relaxed form of DNA found in the nucleus, while chromosomes are the condensed form of DNA visible during cell division.