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, each with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What are the main stages of Mitosis?

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The main stages of Mitosis are Prophase, Metaphase, Anaphase, and Telophase.

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What happens during Prophase?

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During Prophase, DNA condenses into chromosomes, and the centrioles move to opposite poles of the cell, forming spindle fibers.

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What occurs during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell and attach to spindle fibers.

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What is Anaphase?

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Anaphase is the stage where sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite ends of the cell.

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What happens during Telophase?

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During Telophase, two new nuclei form around the separated sets of chromosomes, and the chromosomes begin to de-condense.

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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 Interphase?

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Interphase is the longest stage of the cell cycle, where the cell prepares for division by replicating its DNA and organelles.

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What is the purpose of Mitosis?

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The purpose of Mitosis is to allow cells to divide for growth, repair, and renewal.

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What is the G1 Phase?

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The G1 Phase is the first stage of Interphase, where the cell grows and synthesizes proteins necessary for DNA replication.