Mitosis vs Meiosis phases flashcard

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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, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What is Meiosis?

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Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse daughter cells, each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell.

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What happens during Prophase in Mitosis?

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

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What happens during Metaphase in Mitosis?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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What happens during Anaphase in Mitosis?

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

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What happens during Telophase in Mitosis?

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During Telophase, the chromosomes reach the poles, the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes, and the chromosomes begin to de-condense.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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What is the difference between Mitosis and Meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical daughter cells, while Meiosis results in four genetically diverse daughter cells.

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What is Prophase I in Meiosis?

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Prophase I is the first stage of Meiosis I where homologous chromosomes pair up and exchange genetic material through crossing over.

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What is Metaphase I in Meiosis?

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During Metaphase I, homologous chromosome pairs align at the cell's equatorial plane.