Mitosis

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What are chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are X-shaped structures made of DNA and proteins that carry genetic information. They are visible during cell division.

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What is the cell cycle?

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The cell cycle is the series of phases that a cell goes through to divide and replicate. It includes Interphase, Mitosis, and Cytokinesis.

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What happens during Interphase?

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During Interphase, the cell grows, duplicates its DNA, and prepares for mitosis.

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What is Mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two identical daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the original cell.

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What are the phases of Mitosis?

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The phases of Mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What occurs during Prophase?

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During Prophase, chromosomes condense and become visible, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What occurs during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell, and spindle fibers attach to their centromeres.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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

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What occurs during Telophase?

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

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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.