Mitosis Review

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes align in the center of the cell?

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Metaphase

Front

During which phase do chromosomes duplicate and the cell grows and develops?

Back

Interphase

Front

How many daughter cells are produced at the end of mitosis?

Back

2

Front

If a fruit fly has 8 chromosomes, how many chromosomes will each daughter cell have after mitosis?

Back

8 chromosomes.

Front

What is the final phase of mitosis where the cell divides into two?

Back

Telophase

Front

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

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Prophase

Front

What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

Back

Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

Front

What happens to the nuclear envelope during prophase?

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The nuclear envelope breaks down.

Front

What is the significance of mitosis in multicellular organisms?

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Mitosis is essential for growth, development, and tissue repair.

Front

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 gametes.