Mitosis and Meiosis Review

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What must be copied before cells can divide?

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DNA

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What stage of cell division involves sister chromatids moving to opposite ends of the cell?

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Anaphase

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What process results in gametes?

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Meiosis

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What is the name of the stage where the cytoplasm divides between the cells?

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Cytokinesis

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In which stage do chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

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Metaphase

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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To produce two identical daughter cells for growth and repair.

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What is the main difference between mitosis and meiosis?

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Mitosis produces body cells, while meiosis produces gametes.

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What happens during prophase?

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Chromosomes condense and become visible; the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during cell division?

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To help separate the chromosomes and pull them to opposite ends of the cell.

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What is interphase?

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The phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for division, including DNA replication.

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