Mitosis vs Meiosis phases flashcard

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What is Mitosis?

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Mitosis is the process of cell division that results in two genetically identical daughter cells, each having the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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What is Meiosis?

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Meiosis is a type of cell division that reduces the chromosome number by half, resulting in four genetically diverse daughter cells, each with half the number of chromosomes of the parent cell.

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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 the spindle apparatus begins to form.

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What happens during Metaphase?

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During Metaphase, chromosomes align at the cell's equatorial plane, and spindle fibers attach to the centromeres of the chromosomes.

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What happens during Anaphase?

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During Anaphase, sister chromatids are pulled apart to opposite poles of the cell as the spindle fibers shorten.

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What happens during Telophase?

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During Telophase, the chromosomes reach the poles, begin to de-condense back into chromatin, and the nuclear envelope re-forms around each set of chromosomes.

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What is Cytokinesis?

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Cytokinesis is the final stage of cell division where the cytoplasm divides, resulting in two separate daughter cells.

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What is the difference between Mitosis and Meiosis?

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Mitosis results in two identical cells, while Meiosis results in four genetically diverse cells with half the chromosome number.

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What is Interphase?

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

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What is the role of spindle fibers?

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Spindle fibers are structures that help separate chromosomes during cell division by attaching to the centromeres and pulling them apart.