Cell Division

Front

What is the process of cell duplication called?

Back

Mitosis

Front

What is the point on the chromosome where the two chromatids are held together?

Back

Centromere

Front

What is the longest phase of the cell cycle?

Back

Interphase

Front

What is the first stage of the cell cycle during which the cell matures, grows, prepares to divide, and copies its DNA?

Back

Interphase

Front

What phase of cell division is characterized by the separation of sister chromatids?

Back

Anaphase

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where chromosomes line up in the middle of the cell?

Back

Metaphase

Front

What is the phase of mitosis where the nuclear envelope begins to reform?

Back

Telophase

Front

What is the phase of the cell cycle where the cell is not actively dividing?

Back

Interphase

Front

What is the term for the genetic material found in the nucleus of a cell?

Back

DNA

Front

What is the role of the centriole during cell division?

Back

To help organize the mitotic spindle.