Mitosis

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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 from a single parent cell, ensuring that each new cell has the same number of chromosomes as the original cell.

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What happens to the amount of DNA in the nucleus just before the beginning of mitosis?

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The amount of DNA is doubled so that the two new cells each have the same original amount.

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What are the phases of Mitosis in the correct order?

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Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, Telophase.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, the chromosomes divide into two sets that start to move away from each other towards the opposite poles of the cell.

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What is Interphase?

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Interphase is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell prepares for mitosis, including DNA replication and cell growth.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm of a parental cell divides into two daughter cells.

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What is the role of Prophase in Mitosis?

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

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What happens during Metaphase?

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

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What is the significance of Mitosis?

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Mitosis is essential for growth, development, and tissue repair in multicellular organisms.

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How does Mitosis differ from Meiosis?

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