Mitosis Flashcard

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What happens during metaphase?

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Chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell and spindle fibers attach to the centromere.

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What are sister chromatids?

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Identical copies of the DNA made during DNA replication.

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What does diploid mean?

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Having 2 sets of chromosomes, one set from each parent.

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What phase of mitosis is characterized by the chromosomes condensing and becoming visible?

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Prophase.

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What structure forms across the center of the dividing cell in plants during cytokinesis?

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A cell plate.

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What is the role of spindle fibers during mitosis?

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To help separate the chromosomes during cell division.

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What is the significance of the centromere?

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It is the region where sister chromatids are joined and where spindle fibers attach.

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What occurs during anaphase?

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Sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell.

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What is the final phase of mitosis called?

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Telophase.

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What is the difference between haploid and diploid cells?

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Haploid cells have one set of chromosomes, while diploid cells have two sets.