Mitosis

Front

What is the first stage of mitosis where chromatin condenses and spindle fibers form?

Back

Prophase

Front

What are the two daughter strands of replicated chromatin called?

Back

Chromosome

Front

What stage of mitosis involves the splitting of the centromere and movement of chromatids to opposite sides?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the last stage of the cell cycle where the cytoplasm divides to form two identical cells?

Back

Cytokinesis

Front

What process occurs during interphase where the cell prepares for division?

Back

Replicates its DNA

Front

What is the term for the structure that holds sister chromatids together?

Back

Centromere

Front

What is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equator?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the stage of mitosis where the nuclear membrane re-forms around each set of chromosomes?

Back

Telophase

Front

What is the term for the loose form of DNA present during interphase?

Back

Chromatin

Front

What is the main purpose of mitosis?

Back

To produce two identical daughter cells.