Cell Cycle and Mitosis

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What is the purpose of mitosis?

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To allow cells to divide for growth, repair, and renewal.

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What phase of mitosis involves the pulling of DNA to opposite sides of the cell?

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Anaphase.

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What is the result of mitosis?

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Two identical cells with all of the original chromosomes.

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What structure holds sister chromatids together during mitosis?

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Centromere.

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Why is metaphase important in mitosis?

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During metaphase, DNA lines up so exact copies can be pulled to each side.

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What is the first phase of mitosis called?

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Prophase.

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What happens during prophase?

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Chromatin condenses into visible chromosomes, and the nuclear membrane begins to break down.

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What is cytokinesis?

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The process that follows mitosis, where the cytoplasm divides to form two separate cells.

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What are spindle fibers?

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Structures that help separate the chromosomes during mitosis.

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What is the role of centrioles in mitosis?

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Centrioles help organize the spindle fibers during cell division.