mitosis

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What are sister chromatids?

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Sister chromatids are two identical copies of a single chromosome, connected by a centromere, that are formed during DNA replication.

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What is the role of centrioles in cell division?

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Centrioles are organelles that help in cell division by organizing the spindle fibers that separate chromosomes during mitosis.

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What occurs during cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the process where the cell membrane splits, resulting in the formation of two separate daughter cells after mitosis.

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What is interphase?

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

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What is the result of mitosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical diploid daughter cells, each with the same number of chromosomes as the original cell.

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What are spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers are structures made of microtubules that help separate chromosomes during cell division.

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What happens during prophase?

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During prophase, the chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, the nuclear envelope breaks down, and spindle fibers begin to form.

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What is metaphase?

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Metaphase is the stage of mitosis where chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, preparing for separation.

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What occurs during anaphase?

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During anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell by the spindle fibers.

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What is the significance of the centromere?

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The centromere is the region of a chromosome where sister chromatids are joined and where spindle fibers attach during cell division.