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, allowing for growth and repair in an organism.

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What is the purpose of Mitosis?

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The purpose of Mitosis is the growth of an organism and the repair of damaged tissue.

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What happens during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell.

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What are chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are thread-like structures made of DNA that contain genetic information.

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How many chromosomes do most human cells have?

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Most human cells have 46 chromosomes.

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What occurs during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, the chromosomes are pulled apart to opposite sides of the cell.

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What is Prophase?

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Prophase is the first phase of Mitosis where the chromosomes condense and the nuclear envelope begins to break down.

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What is Telophase?

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Telophase is the final phase of Mitosis where the chromosomes reach the opposite poles and the nuclear envelope reforms.

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What is cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process that follows Mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate cells.

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What is the role of spindle fibers in Mitosis?

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Spindle fibers help separate the chromosomes during Mitosis by attaching to the centromeres.